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Liz Jaros

Liz Jaros is a professional writer and gardener who calls the Midwest home. She divides her time between running a small landscape design business, writing garden content and volunteering as a Certified Master Gardener. Formally educated in both horticulture and journalism, Liz is either working with plants or writing about them. She specializes in urban yard restoration and small property landscaping for metro area homeowners.

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Will Cayenne Pepper Keep Rabbits Out of Your Garden?

Do you have rabbits in your garden but aren't sure what it will take to keep them away? Cayenne pepper is a home remedy that many gardeners use, but does it actually work? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros takes a deeper look at what you can expect if you use this common household item to deter rabbits this season.

Plants

How to Get Rid of Common Buckthorn

Did you find common buckthorn growing in your yard or near your garden and just want it gone? It can take several years to properly eradicate this plant from your yard, depending on how dense it is. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her top tips for removing common buckthorn from your yard or garden.

Purple iris blooming in garden with green grass in background

Flowers

15 Stunning Purple Iris Cultivars for Your Flowerbeds

Are you thinking of growing purple irises this season but aren't sure where to start? There are many different types of purple irises you can grow that will come back each season! In this article, gardening expert and certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her favorite purple irises you can add to your flowerbeds this season!

Perennial flowers growing in Wisconsin garden with bright pink blooms.

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21 Flowering Perennials For Wisconsin Gardens

Wisconsin gardens need hardy plants that can be resilient through bitter cold winters and warm, humid summers. If you've decided to add some perennials to your garden in Wisconsin, there are a number of plants to choose from. In this article, gardening expert Liz Jaros shares her favorite flowering perennials you can add to your garden this season.

Cosmos flower cultivar growing in garden with red blooms

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45 Beautiful Cosmos Cultivars for Your Flowerbeds

Are you looking for some Cosmos flowers to add to your garden this season, but aren't sure which to pick? There are many different types of cosmos, and many will grow quite well as annuals across hardiness zones. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her favorite types of cosmos flowers, with names and pictures of each!

Yellow Lilies Growing in Garden in Full Bloom

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17 Beautiful Yellow Lily Cultivars to Brighten Your Garden

Are you looking for some bright flowers to add to your garden this season? Yellow lilies may be exactly what you are looking for! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her favorite varieties of yellow lilies you can grow this season, with names and pictures of each!

Spring Garden With Seeds Being Winter Sown in Red Cups

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11 Gardening Tasks to Prepare Your Garden for Spring

Spring is around the corner, and your vision for a beautiful spring garden is at your fingertips. But what can you do to help ensure your spring garden is a success? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her top tips to prepare your garden for successful spring plantings.

Hyacinth flowers growing on the ground blooming in many different colors.

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hyacinth Flowers

If you are looking for an early blooming perennial to add to your garden, Hyacinths might be the perfect plant for you! Hyacinths are a popular garden flower for a number of different reasons. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares the proper steps for growing hyacinth in your garden, including maintenance and care.

Bearded iris with yellow and white flower colors blooming in sun

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35 Different Types of Iris Cultivars For Your Flowerbeds

Thinking of growing some iris flowers in your flowerbeds this season, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different types of iris you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her favorite iris cultivars you can grow in your garden this season.

Iris flowers growing after being planted in the spring

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When to Plant Iris Flowers by Hardiness Zone

Trying to figure out when to plant your iris flowers this season? This will largely depend on the hardiness zone you live in and the type of iris you plan on growing this season. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at when to put Irises in the ground based upon the hardiness zone you live in.

Peach and purple iris flower growing in garden

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For Iris Flowers

Are you thinking of growing Iris flowers this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? Whether it's Bearded Iris, or other types of Iris, these beautiful flowers can offer plenty of visual interest to just about any garden space. In this article, gardening expert Liz Jaros takes you through everything you need to know about growing Irises as well as their mainteance and care.

Red lily blooming in the garden with yellow stamens

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17 Types of Red Lily Varieties For Your Flowerbeds

Are you looking for some red lilies to line your flowerbeds this season? From bright red to deep maroon, there are a number of different lilies that blossom with stunning red blooms. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at her favorite red lilies, with names and pictures of each!

Pink lily with purple center growing in garden

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17 Different Types of Pink Lily Cultivars

Are you thinking of adding some pink liles to your garden, but aren't quite sure where to start? There are a number of different lilies that bloom in various shades of pink. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines her favorite pink lilies that bloom anywhere from light pink to vibrant fuschia.

Blue Tulip Flowers growing in garden with other flowering blooms in the background

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Blue Tulips: Do They Exist Naturally?

Are you thinking of planting some blue tulips this season, but want to know if they exist naturally or if they are dyed? The answer to this question is fairly simple, but can depend on your view of color. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines if Blue Tulips exist in nature, or dyed.

purple lilies

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12 Different Types of Purple Lily Cultivars For Your Flowerbeds

Are you looking for some purple lilies to add to your flowerbeds this season? Lilies can bloom in many different shades of purple, from light lavender, to deep purple hues. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at some of her favorite purple lilies you can grow in your garden.

Lily growing in garden with red tipped flower petals

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How to Plant, Grow and Care For Lilies

Thinking of adding some lilies to your garden this season, but aren't sure where to start? Lilies are a garden favorite. With their beautiful blooms, and fragrant scents, it's not hard to understand why. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros takes you through all you need to know about growing lilies in your garden, including their maintenance and care needs.

orange lilies

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16 Types of Orange Lilies For Bright Garden Color

Looking for some orange lilies to brighten your garden this season? Lilies bloom in many different colors, but their bright orange blooms are favorites of many gardeners. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros lists her favorite lilies with orange blooms, including names and pictures of each!

tulip colors

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Tulip Colors: What Colors Do Tulip Flowers Bloom?

Are you thinking of planting some tulips in your garden this season, but aren't sure what colors their flowers bloom? Tulips come in a wide variety of different shapes and colors to pick from, so picking just one can be a difficult task. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at all the different colors tulips bloom in.