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What’s Wrong with My Tomatoes? Five Common Conditions Not to Worry (Too Much) About

What’s Wrong with My Tomatoes? Five Common Conditions Not to Worry (Too Much) About

Summer is finally here in north Idaho, and so far, the tomato crop is looking good. The normally cold and…
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When & How to Plant Tomatoes for a Bountiful Harvest

When & How to Plant Tomatoes for a Bountiful Harvest

Spring is such a fickle time of year in north Idaho. One day we are basking in delightfully warm 70 degree…
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Early Plant Sale Survival Tips for You and Your Plants

Early Plant Sale Survival Tips for You and Your Plants

Finally, it’s the season for plant sales and nursery openings and gardeners are eager to get going – plant list…
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What to Plant in Your Veggie Garden Now

What to Plant in Your Veggie Garden Now

Spring is officially here – the garden centers, nurseries, and big-box stores are overflowing with a plethora of plants and…
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8 Common Seed Starting Mistakes to Avoid

8 Common Seed Starting Mistakes to Avoid

This post was updated on Feb.18, 2022. Starting garden vegetables from seed is easy and cost effective – plus you’ll…
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Growing Vegetables from Seed: Part 2, How to Start Seeds Indoors

Growing Vegetables from Seed: Part 2, How to Start Seeds Indoors

Read Part 1 here! Starting vegetable seeds indoors is fairly easy to accomplish, even for a beginner gardener.  Expensive seed-starting…
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