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In-Ground Gardens:
A good pair of garden pruners is a worthy investment. But like any tool, it needs proper care in order to do its job well and last a long time.
The 3 Essential Hand Tools Every Gardener Should Have
August 6, 2013 1:48 PM
by Linda Ly
In-Ground Gardens:
Truth: You don't need a whole arsenal of hand tools to be a great gardener.
Plant Turnips Now For An Autumn Räebelichtli Umzug (That's A Turnip Lantern Festival!)
July 22, 2013 10:33 AM
by Tess Wilson
In-Ground Gardens:
The most fun you'll ever have with a root vegetable.
Garden Party: Planting The Ultimate Cocktail Garden
June 27, 2013 10:30 AM
by Tess Wilson
Container Gardens:
Backyard Bartender: Grow the ingredients you'll need for sipping all summer ... and beyond.
Container Culture: Three Container-Friendly Seed Sites
June 25, 2013 12:24 PM
by Taylor Orci
Container Gardens:
Weeding through vegetable seeds to find container-friendly varieties can be tedious. Here are three websites that do the digging for you.
Organic Mulch: What It Is And How to Get It (For Free!)
June 20, 2013 11:05 AM
by Linda Ly
In-Ground Gardens:
Mulch will keep your garden happy and healthy, especially over the summer.
Container Gardens:
One of the most expensive things about having a container garden is buying the containers themselves. Here are few creative ways to save money, and even make some art in the process.
Container Gardens:
The many ways pollination happens, and why we should all want to hug bees.
California Seed Companies to Get Your Garden Started
June 7, 2013 11:06 AM
by Linda Ly
Container Gardens:
Seed catalogs and seed banks are treasure troves of exotic fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers, most of which you've never heard of.
Container Gardens:
From helping ward off pests, to increasing yield, a plant's life is better when it's shared with friends.
10 Things to Consider Before You Start an Edible Garden
June 4, 2013 3:12 PM
by Linda Ly
Container Gardens:
Before you dig your first hole or sow your first seed, here are ten things to consider for first-time garden success.
Container Gardens:
Vegetable gardening can feel impossible. Do it anyway.
Container Culture: The Romantic Potential of Beans
May 21, 2013 2:31 PM
by Taylor Orci
Container Gardens:
If you think of beans as only "the musical fruit," you're missing out on a delicious romance with an often over-looked crop.
Container Culture: Avoid Plant Tragedy This Summer
May 15, 2013 12:38 PM
by Taylor Orci
Container Gardens:
Heat stress can take a dramatic toll on your plants. We've got some solutions, to make your plants have a happy ending this summer.
In-Ground Gardens:
Instead of spending money on an elaborate setup just to start a few seeds in your house, you can easily reuse what you already have.
Container Culture: All Watering is Not Created Equal
May 7, 2013 12:21 PM
by Taylor Orci
Container Gardens:
Water doesn't just give your plants something to drink, it helps develop healthy root systems, too. But do it incorrectly and it can provoke exactly the opposite.
Container Gardens:
Direct sun versus partial sun versus dappled shade. Something as seemingly simple as sunshine can be confusing for a newbie gardener.
Container Culture: Soil Is Very Boring But Also Very Important
April 23, 2013 1:02 PM
by Taylor Orci
Container Gardens:
Good garden soil is essential for a great garden. The problem is, learning about it can be a real slog.
Container Gardens:
Have no fear! Arm yourself with these tips this spring as you embark upon homegrown tomatoes.
Container Culture: Four Easy Must-Haves to Start Your Garden
April 16, 2013 2:38 PM
by Taylor Orci
Container Gardens:
Starting a garden can be exciting, but it can also be discouraging if you buy too many crops at first only to watch them wither and die. Here are four easy choices to get you started.
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