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How I grow tomatoes from seed
When planting tomato seeds, I make sure that they are in contact with the soil. I press them gently to make contact and sprinkle…
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Bringing Lantana Indoors, Raspberry Royale, Red Malabar
To bring my Lantana indoors for the winter, I repotted it after checking for any creatures that might be lurking in the leaves and…
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10-10-10 Fertilizer: Use And Benefits
If you’re unsure of your specific garden fertilizer needs, generally you’ll not go wrong applying 10-10-10 fertilizer an “all purpose complete fertilizer”, balanced for…
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19 Garden Pests and How To Treat Them
Unfortunately, one of the most severe issues you will face off is the fight with pests. I will list you here some basic strategies…
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Veggie Bites – Colour in my garden
Colour is coming back to my garden. The crocuses are jewel-like in the early morning, the bloodroot opens up to the spring sunshine, and…
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Veggie Bites – Bulbs Growing
But then I saw a large leaf of green poking up! I have bulbs growing and that is amazing. I am not sure what…
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7 Best Kitchen Herbs for Cooking That You Can Grow Yourself
Cooking with fresh herbs and spices does not have to be complicated or expensive. You can also have an indoor herb garden, especially if…
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Veggie Bites – Sage and Dragon Fruit
A couple of weeks ago, I planted some of the white sage seeds that were sent to me from California. This zone nine sage…
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What is Square Foot Gardening?
Square Foot Gardening divides the growing area of a raised garden bed into a grid in which crops are planted according to their mature…
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Plants that Repel Insects and Pests
Companion Plants that Repel Insect and Mammals Pests
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Dehydrator Recipes for Storing Food
Dehydration is the best way to store food for the long-term. We scoured our favorite homesteading sites to find the best recipes for the…
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Make the Most of Windowsills & Small Spaces
Here’s a guide to making any windowsill or small space come alive with plants, herbs, and even flowers!
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Companion Plants For Tomatoes
Some people believe in tomato companion plants and others think it is some old wives tale. Growing friendly plants together is said to help…
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Houseplants For South Facing Windows
The bright natural light of southern exposure provides plenty of energy for hungry plants. But, you must remember that the glass of the window…
