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Pruning LilacsWhether it's an ancient shrub or a vigorous young plant, all lilacs can benefit from some well-placed cuts

VIDEO Soil for ContainersWhen it comes to plants in pots, not just any soil will do

Planting under a TreeFollow these four steps to conquer this challenging site

Garden projects

VIDEO Plant an Easy-to-Water Strawberry Jar 

VIDEO Garden LanternsMake your own pierced-tin candleholders

VIDEO Lashing a Bamboo TrellisThe most important part of making a bamboo trellis is holding the canes together

VIDEO Ornaments in the GardenLiven up the landscape with artfully placed works of whimsy

Make a better garden

4 Ways to Remove Sod Planting under a Tree The Jury is Still Out on Compost Tea Maintenance Pruning Make Every Drop Count

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