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Planting Seeds Too Deeply As a general rule, seeds should not be planted deeper than twice their width or diameter.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
As a general rule, hydrangeas respond well to slow-release, granular fertilizers formulated for woody plants.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2025
That’s because, as a general rule, a cordless wet-dry vacuum is only designed for hard floors, and maybe lightweight throw rugs.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2025
But as a general rule, there aren’t many deals in the winter window.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 5 Feb. 2025
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
As a general rule, hydrangeas respond well to slow-release, granular fertilizers formulated for woody plants.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2025
That’s because, as a general rule, a cordless wet-dry vacuum is only designed for hard floors, and maybe lightweight throw rugs.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2025
But as a general rule, there aren’t many deals in the winter window.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 5 Feb. 2025
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“General rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20rule. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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