A cold frame is a useful tool that every gardener can benefit from. It can be used to jump-start your garden in the spring and to extend your harvest season in the fall. This enclosure helps to...
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I know for many of you raking leaves is a less than popular task at this time of year. However, there are some real benefits to be gained from this job! Raking leaves can burn up to 300...
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Collecting seeds from your favorite plants is a fun task that can also save you some money. If you’ve never collected seed before I would suggest starting with flower seeds. Harvesting...
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At this time of year, the weather is generally pleasant and the beach or mountains are probably calling your name but if you love to garden taking a vacation right now might seem like a...
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I may be dating myself but do you remember the Chiffon Margarine commercial in the 1970’s whose famous quote was “It’s not nice to fool with Mother Nature”? I’m sure...
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The calendar may say February but now is the time to start seeds of some of your favorite perennial flowers. This idea first appeared on Wintersown (www.wintersown.org) and is a good way to get a...
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I’ve always believed that the best way to know where you’re going is to understand where you’ve come from. As we prepare to turn the page on another year we wait with anticipation...
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Groundcovers rarely receive rave reviews or get a lot of positive press in magazines but they can play an important role in your garden. If you have problem areas in your yard than groundcovers may...
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