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    OK. I admit it. I have given up. I came to the conclusion that grass just…

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    Juniper – Weed Control

    Q: I am trying to control weeds and zoysiagrass in ‘Blue Rug’ juniper. What should I…

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    Rain Garden – Designing

    No landscape is perfect. Many times, working with Nature rather than against it will yield better…

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    Q: I am a landscape professional, and I’ve seen an influx of camellia leaf gall and…

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