Using a Weed Extractor for easily removing the weeds from its roots<\/p><\/div>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
The five garden care tasks above can help your summer flowering containers look healthy and beautiful all season long and even into the fall. Make sure to take time each week to inspect your containers for overcrowded plants you may need to prune, pests you may need to spray or remove, weeds you need to pull, and\/or dead flowers you need to remove. And be sure to keep your containers on a regular fertilizing schedule so they get all the nutrients they need. By using the correct tools and supplies for each garden care task, your containers will continue to live their best lives throughout the summer months ahead.<\/p>\n
Happy Gardening!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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