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The Juicy, Weird, and Wonderful Secrets of the Tomato

The Juicy, Weird, and Wonderful Secrets of the Tomato

Tomatoes may be the highlight of the summer garden, but beneath their shiny red skins lies a world full of…
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How To Plant Tomatoes Like A Pro: Timing, Tips, and Troubleshooting

How To Plant Tomatoes Like A Pro: Timing, Tips, and Troubleshooting

It’s tomato time for many of us living in the Coeur d’Alene region—a time when hope and optimism run high…
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Growing it Forward: Seed Saving and Simple Plant Propagation

Growing it Forward: Seed Saving and Simple Plant Propagation

Like everything else, the price of seeds and garden plants continues to rise. Seed saving and propagating plants is a…
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Fire and Ice: How Extreme Temperatures Impact Your Tomato Plants

Fire and Ice: How Extreme Temperatures Impact Your Tomato Plants

The ripening tomato is a sight to behold in the garden. It’s certainly the pomme d’amour of my eye. A…
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🍂 Perfect Perennial Prep: Fall Edition! Now is the time to cut back and divide your perennial flowers and plants! Get all the details, plus fall seed germination testing and more in my latest newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/godwinmarketingcommunications/perfect-perennial-prep-fall-edition ... See MoreSee Less

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It's time to plant garlic! This year, I've put in It's time to plant garlic! This year, I've put in 148 cloves, a bit less than last year. Varieties include Music, Susan Delafield, and Purple Gazer, plus Dutch red shallots. You still have time, but you want to plant before the ground freezes to give cloves some time to establish roots. I'll finish this bed off with a thick, 4 - to 6-inch layer of mulch for winter protection. 

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