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You’ve finally mastered the art of remembering to water your houseplants and making sure they get adequate light. And yet still, they aren’t thriving. You might not be to blame. Pests are common among ...

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The key to achieving successful environmental-friendly gardens and landscapes is based on reducing plant stress. This includes managing pest problems which weaken plants, thus making them more ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

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