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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.

Power Planter Augers: The Easy Way to Dig Holes

Randy Schultz Mar 30, 2020 0

We've been digging holes--with shovels--the same old way for centuries. But now planting augers from Power Planter make it fast and easy to drill holes for plants and bulbs.
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Debunking Clematis Myths

Randy Schultz Mar 17, 2020 0

There are lots of clematis myths that need debunking. That’s because clematis, known as “The Queen of the Vines,” is actually easier to grow than most people think. Despite the…
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Best new vegetable seeds and plants for your garden

Randy Schultz Feb 25, 2020 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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2020 Green Thumb Awards Honor New Plants and Garden Products

Randy Schultz Feb 7, 2020 0

The winners of the 2020 Green Thumb Awards have been announced, and a total of six new plants and products have taken home the “green” trophy. Here are this year’s winners:…
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Backyard Greenhouses for Every Budget

Randy Schultz Jan 28, 2020 0

The editors at Home, Garden and Homestead have reviewed the attributes of dozens of available backyard greenhouses. Here is an assortment of greenhouses that can make year-round…
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Gifts for Gardeners this Holiday Season

Randy Schultz Nov 3, 2019 1

Gifts for gardeners include a great weeding tool and the ultimate seed-starting kit. Holiday season gifts for gardeners also include a learning course for those who want to start…
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Keep Your Bedroom Clean and Organized

Randy Schultz Sep 20, 2019 0

How do you keep your bedroom clean and organized in your crazy busy life? Just as you need to keep the rest of your home clean and organized, it’s crucial you devote that same…
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Planting Fall Bulbs Brings Colorful Spring Flowers

Randy Schultz Sep 17, 2019 0

Planting fall bulbs for spring flowers should be at the top of every homeowner's to-do list in the autumn. Planting fall bulbs is like planting buried treasure in your garden.
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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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