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Jessica Damiano

Reporter · GB

Indexed articles, last 90 days
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Aug 11, 2026
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Jul 7, 2026
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  1. Article · Aug 11, 2026 · Jessica Damiano

    Do you have brown patches in your lawn? Here’s how to test for grubs (opens the original)

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    What does it mean when brown patches appear on an otherwise healthy lawn? In reality, the issue could stem from drought, dog urine, fungal disease, pests, or excessive fertilizer. Yet many homeowners automatically place the blame on lawn grubs. The difficulty is that this common assumption is frequently incorrect, and even when grubs are present, minor populations are not actually problematic. Treatment should only be applied following the confirmation of an actual grub infestation. Fortunately,

  2. Article · Jul 28, 2026 · Jessica Damiano

    The seven garden vegetables you’re probably harvesting at the wrong time (opens the original)

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    After diligent sowing, planting, and patient tending, gardens are now thriving. Beanstalks reach skyward, tomatoes plump, and zucchini seemingly double in size overnight. Yet, timing harvests is a delicate balancing act for gardeners, often demanding a choice between optimal flavor and yield. Compromises are sometimes necessary, even to save a crop. The key message is clear: do not wait too long. The quest for a perfectly ripe, vine-grown tomato often comes with a catch: the risk of losing it en

  3. Article · Jul 21, 2026 · Jessica Damiano

    These five orchids mimic humans, babies and animals (opens the original)

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    While gardeners are accustomed to the occasional peculiar fruit or flower, some botanical discoveries defy expectation, revealing forms that are surprisingly human-like. Tomatoes, for instance, are known for their mischievous shapes, sometimes resembling horned animals, Russian dolls, or even large-nosed figures, often influenced by extreme temperatures or vivid imaginations. However, it is the orchid family that often holds the most astonishing surprises. Far from their typically elegant reputa

  4. Article · Jul 7, 2026 · Jessica Damiano

    A vegetable garden doesn’t need full sun - these plants can thrive in the shade (opens the original)

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    Conventional gardening wisdom often dictates that a productive vegetable patch requires full, all-day sun. However, a thriving garden doesn't always necessitate the recommended six to eight hours of direct sunlight. If fences, trees, or your home cast significant shade, cultivating vegetables is still possible by focusing on plants grown for their leaves, stems, or roots. This approach means avoiding fruit-bearing varieties like tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, or peppers. It's important to clarify

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