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Randy Schultz

Randy Schultz is the Content Editor of HomeGardenandHomestead.com. He is a Master Gardener and a long-time member of GardenComm, a professional organization for garden communicators. Write to him at rschultz@homegardenandhomestead.com.

Use BTI to Kill Mosquitoes. It’s Chemical-free.

Randy Schultz Aug 13, 2019 0

There is no reason to use harsh chemicals when you can kill mosquitoes with chemical-free BTI. That's because BTI is a naturally occurring bacterium that kills mosquitoes before…
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Best New Gardening Books for Summer Reading

Randy Schultz Aug 4, 2019 0

Summer is the season for gardening, and it’s also the time for reading the best new gardening books. Read these books about vegetable gardening, growing flowers, creating butterfly…
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How to Get Rid of Ticks

Randy Schultz Jun 7, 2019 1

In backyards, forests and fields across America, the population of disease-carrying ticks is increasing. Homeowners and hikers alike are wondering how to get rid of ticks.
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Backyard Greenhouses for Every Budget

Randy Schultz Apr 24, 2019 0

The editors at Home, Garden and Homestead have reviewed the attributes of dozens of available backyard greenhouses. Here’s an assortment of greenhouses that can make year-round…
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Top 10 Vegetables for Container Gardening

Randy Schultz Mar 21, 2019 0

Container gardening makes it possible to grow a garden on a deck, patio, or balcony. And a new generation of vegetable seed varieties has been bred to stay small enough for…
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Easy-to-Grow Houseplants for Beginners

Randy Schultz Feb 18, 2019 0

Easy-to-grow houseplants clean the air and make people feel happier. Plus, easy-to-grow houseplants make indoor spaces come alive.
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Best new vegetable seeds for your garden

Randy Schultz Feb 5, 2019 0

Every spring brings the promise of new vegetable seeds and delicious new harvests from the garden. These are the best new vegetable seeds to plant this spring.
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New Plants and Garden Products Win 2019 Green Thumb Awards

Randy Schultz Jan 25, 2019 0

Six of the best new ornamental plants, garden products and edible plants have won 2019 Green Thumb Awards presented by the Direct Gardening Association. Winners of the 2019 Green…
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7 Plants for Winter Interest and Year-Long Appeal

Randy Schultz Jan 8, 2019 1

During the winter season, most landscapes have little or no winter interest. It's easy to create winter interest if you add the right plants to your yard.
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Gifts for Gardeners this Holiday Season

Randy Schultz Nov 26, 2018 0

Home, Garden and Homestead is delighted to offer its annual list of great gifts for gardeners. We've found gifts for gardeners that include flowering indoor plants for the…
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