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Noun
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Since early construction began, many of the critters who used to frequent their backyards have already scattered.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026 -
People dream about backyards, school districts and a kitchen where everyone gathers.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lavender is a great companion plant to use with vegetable gardens, as its strong floral scent attracts beneficial pollinators, while deterring harmful insects.—
Shagun Khare,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026
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Popular long-day onions for home gardens include Yellow Spanish, Walla Walla, Red Zeppelin, and Ailsa Craig.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Dooryards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dooryards. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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