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Gardening 101

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Get in the Garden

Looking for some advice on how to garden in Nebraska? From how to keep the weeds down to how to water most effectively—and everything in between—we have information, resources, tips and how-tos to help you get started and to help your garden grow along the way. Check out the resources below, and if you don't see what you need, drop us an email at arboretum@unl.edu

We Have DIY Landscaping Resources for You

If you have questions about landscaping and landscape design for your yard, you've come to the right place. The following resources offer tips and advice on a variety of landscaping topics, from what to plant and where to plant it to how to maintain your lawn sustainably and how to create your own landscape design. 

Still have questions after you peruse our resource list? Email us at aboretum@unl.edu, we are happy to help! 

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