Phenology is the seasonal timing of events in plants and animals -- when things bloom, leaf out, set seed, fruit, and so on. We can't make plans in the garden without it, and it's steadily changing with warmer temperatures.NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: August Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects
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Attracting Fireflies to Your Garden: What They Need
Fireflies are a summertime icon for many people, especially in North America. What are they and what can we do to attract fireflies and support them in our garden?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: July Garden Checklist: Tasks & DIY Projects
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Are Synthetic Fertilizers From Fossil Fuels? Do We Need Them?
Half the world now depends on synthetic fertilizers for food. But do we need them in the garden? And are they really derived from fossil fuels?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Root Pothos Cuttings
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Peat in Gardening: What's the Problem?
Peat has been a gardening staple for decades -- but at what cost? With growing concerns over climate and ecosystems, is it time we rethink our use of peat?NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: Why Hummingbirds Are Avoiding Your Feeders
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Overpotting: Should You Pot Up or Go Big?
Is overpotting just an old gardening myth we're still clinging to? Is potting up no longer needed? Some research suggests bigger pots might be better -- but it's not that simple.NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: Why Your Compost Pile Stinks and How to Fix It
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