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Gardening

Tips for Choosing the Correct Sprinkler Head

Tips for Choosing the Correct Sprinkler Head

May 4th 2023

Wondering how to pick the best sprinkler head for you? You're in the right place! Sprinkler heads have different strengths and weaknesses, depending on what you need to use them for. Choosing the right one at the beginning can save you a lot of time and trouble down line. First, it may be helpful to …
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How and When to Prune Fruit Trees

How and When to Prune Fruit Trees

Apr 20th 2023

Fruit trees are an amazing long-term investment for your property. Though they may take a few years to bear fruit, they will continue to be productive for years to come if well taken care of. Before jumping right in, it is important to understand the work that goes along with having successful fruit …
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How to Grow Herbs and Spices at Home

How to Grow Herbs and Spices at Home

Apr 20th 2023

One of the easiest and most accessible places to start growing your own food is with herbs and spices. Whether you only have indoor space available, or acres and acres to start growing, herbs are a delicious and simple place to hone your skills. Read on to learn what you need to do to start growing …
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Planning Your Drip Irrigation System

Planning Your Drip Irrigation System

Apr 12th 2023

Now that early spring has come, it's time to get started preparing the garden for summer. One of the most important considerations for your garden is the irrigation system to ensure your plants have a steady supply of fresh water. Drip irrigation systems are some of the most water-efficient and cust …
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5 Seed Starting Tips

5 Seed Starting Tips

Apr 12th 2023

To give your plants a head start and get the most out of your growing season, you can decide to start your own seeds. Cheaper than buying sprouts, simple to learn and effective in the garden, seed starting is a great way to get the homegrown plants you want. It's also the best way to ensure your see …
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15 Things You Should Never Compost

15 Things You Should Never Compost

Apr 12th 2023

Composting is the best method we know for truly turning trash into cash. Recycling the right yard debris and table scraps in a composter can yield black gold in the form of rich, dark soil that can help any garden or plant grow better. In addition, recycling your kitchen scraps, leaves, grass clippi …
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Growing Your Own Fruits and Nuts

Growing Your Own Fruits and Nuts

Apr 12th 2023

One of the most important aspects of food self-sufficiency is perennial foods, and fruits and nuts offer some of the most delicious and pollinator-friendly perennials available. You don't need an entire orchard to reap the benefits of growing your own trees and shrubs of abundance. There are varieti …
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Planning Your Pollinator Garden

Planning Your Pollinator Garden

Apr 12th 2023

The perfect storm of 2020 was a year to remember. We had the worst pandemic in 100 years. An unparalleled fire season on the West Coast brought on by a drought threatened people, property and native fauna and flora. All over the country, many of us were sheltering in place. Some turned to gardening …
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Best Gifts for a Gardener

Best Gifts for a Gardener

Apr 12th 2023

Spring is here and most of us are more than ready to start gardening. It is very satisfying to plant, tent, harvest and share your own food. We know that having the right tools can make a big difference in the garden, so we have composed a list of must-haves for gardeners. We have selected a few ite …
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