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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.

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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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 3

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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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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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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Create a Gratitude Tree for Thanksgiving

Randy Schultz Nov 13, 2018 0

A Gratitude Tree (also known as a Thankful Tree) offers a great way for you and your family to appreciate the blessings in your lives. We’ve all got lots to be thankful for, but…
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