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Gardening is one of the most rewarding hobbies. It takes work and requires learning, but the payoff is incredible. There is no satisfaction greater than picking your home grown fruits and veggies from your own back yard.

Compost is a beautiful thing. It gives gardeners the option to reuse what would otherwise become landfill waste, improving soil health in the meantime. The only downside is that composting takes time. But does it have to take so long to make? In this article, I’ll share 5 tips for how to speed up your …

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Basil is one of the world’s most beloved herbs. Basil plants come in many forms, including the classic sweet Genovese basil, lemon and lime, and even crinkly lettuce-leaf basil! While basils are enjoyable to grow, they can be a target for certain pests and diseases. So, for the best result, I recommend adding some companion plants for basil. …

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Mulch is an important part of any gardening project. It provides countless benefits to your plants and soil, and makes landscaped beds look clean and attractive. When buying mulch, you have a lot of options. Brown mulch, black mulch, red mulch, rubber mulch, natural mulch, and so much more. But, first you have to decide …

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With over a decade of experience as a gardener, I have made a few mistakes. Okay, I’ve made countless mistakes over the years, but it has only made me a better grower! So, with another gardening season ahead, I wanted to share my top 10 biggest mistakes you can make when planting a vegetable garden. …

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Cucumbers are some of the easiest vegetables you can grow. They grow quickly from seed, or you can go the easy route and get starter plants. With either method, you will need to transplant your cucumber seedlings. Transplanting is a delicate part of the growing process that should be done at the correct time. So, …

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If you live in a climate with winters (like we do), you may wonder if your strawberry plants will survive the cold weather. So, in this article I’ll answer the question: do strawberry plants come back every year? Quick answer: Strawberries are perennial (multi-year) plants in zones 4-9, meaning they will regrow in spring after …

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Beets are one of the most nutritious vegetables, rich in vitamins and tasty natural sugars. Growing your own beets can sometimes be a challenge, however. When it comes time to pick your beets, you may not know what to look for. So, in this article, I’ll share how to know exactly when to harvest beets …

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