It’s the sound of the season: the constant whir of the ubiquitous leaf blower. Homeowners everywhere are busy blowing heaps…
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Closing Time in the Garden: September Tasks to Do Now
Ahh, September in the garden—I feel the last lingering touches of summer—picking rosy-ripe tomatoes and filling baskets with beans in…
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Dig Into The No-Dig Method Of Gardening for Better Soil
“How the heck do you plant a garden without digging?” A fellow gardener brought up this question during a recent…
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Compost Vs. Fertilizer: How To Choose The Best For Thriving Soil And Vibrant Plants
What gardener doesn’t delight in a lush, flourishing garden? Whether we are growing flowers or vegetables (or both), we want…
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How to Prevent Herbicide Carryover in Compost and Mulch
Adding compost or mulch to your garden has several benefits. But, herbicide carryover in these amendments can cause serious problems…
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Compost in the Fall Garden: Why It’s Important
I find it really satisfying to put my garden to bed in the fall, in part, because I get great…
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