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How to Keep Garden Plants Thriving During Summer Heat

How to Keep Garden Plants Thriving During Summer Heat

As we sink deeper into our North Idaho summer, the excitement of spring has given way to garden maintenance—an often…
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How to Rescue and Ripen Late-Season Green Tomatoes

How to Rescue and Ripen Late-Season Green Tomatoes

Without a doubt, it’s been another challenging growing season in northern Idaho. Cold weather in May and June saw overnight…
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How to Prevent and Manage Blossom End Rot in Your Garden

How to Prevent and Manage Blossom End Rot in Your Garden

Our recent extreme temperatures are causing a lot of stress in the garden, not only for the plants but for…
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Keeping Your Garden and Its Guest Hydrated in the Heat

Keeping Your Garden and Its Guest Hydrated in the Heat

The summer garden needs the summer sun to flourish. However, too much of a good thing, like extended periods of…
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Practical Tips for Conserving Water in the Vegetable Garden

Practical Tips for Conserving Water in the Vegetable Garden

Water is essential for a thriving vegetable garden. However, with municipalities placing water use restrictions on homeowners, it can be…
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Simple Steps to Prevent Disease in the Garden

Simple Steps to Prevent Disease in the Garden

Just about every gardener has experienced some type of disease in their garden. Whether it’s early blight on tomatoes, mosaic…
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