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December 1, 2023 By Candace Godwin Leave a Comment

The cheerful blooms of a poinsettia, Christmas cactus, or amaryllis add a touch of magic to holiday decorating and can brighten even the grayest of winter days. Unfortunately, many of these plants are discarded when the holiday decorations come down, but with a little care, you can keep your holiday houseplant thriving and re-blooming! Poinsettias When you think of Christmas,…
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Garden harvest

August 10, 2023 By Candace Godwin Leave a Comment

It’s mid-August and my garden is producing a full-on bounty. I’m picking basketfuls of tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggplant. To stay ahead, I’ve been picking a my large beefsteak tomatoes just as they’ve started to color up. While there is nothing like the taste of a vine-ripened tomato, you can get the same result by harvesting them a bit early when…
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July 27, 2023 By Candace Godwin Leave a Comment

Water is essential for a thriving vegetable garden. However, with municipalities placing water use restrictions on homeowners, it can be a challenge to keep the garden hydrated during periods of excessive heat. Here are some tips to help you conserve water and keep your vegetable garden growing during hot conditions. Watering Basics The optimal time to water your garden is…
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fall lettuces

July 11, 2023 By Candace Godwin Leave a Comment

With our summer gardens growing and producing in full force, it’s hard to even think about planning or even planting a vegetable garden for fall. But now is the time to do so! Our region’s growing season for warm-season crops is relatively short, however, many of spring’s cool-season crops can make a second appearance in the fall garden. These include…
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