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What do plants need to grow?
Wondering what plants need to grow? Let’s look at all the different inputs that plants require to grow healthy. All plants need seven main things:…
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The best time to start a garden
The best time to start a garden is when the gardening bug bites. You can build the garden space almost any time. You can assemble…
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Earth Day gardening ideas
Gardening is a wonderful way to celebrate Earth Day by working in harmony with nature. Whether you’d like to start growing some of your own…
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Winter sowing
Yes – you can totally plant seeds in the dead of winter! Winter sowing is a propagation process used in temperate climates where seeds are…
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Polymer clay Christmas ornaments
Polymer clay Christmas ornaments are an easy, enjoyable Christmas craft project. The little discs of oven-dried clay hang beautifully off the Christmas tree and can…
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14 Christmas herbs
Hoping for a holiday filled with festive herbs and spices? Here are 14 of the best Christmas herbs to grow and enjoy, as well as…
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November gardening tips
The days are a little bit cooler and the winter months are fast approaching. November is a great month to prepare your plants for the…
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20+ twig ornaments
Dreaming of turning your home into a magical Christmas wonderland? These twig ornaments are simple to make with little sticks and branches and are perfect…
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Pumpkin guts
You’ve heard about toasting pumpkin seeds, but you’ll be surprised to learn just how much you can do with pumpkin guts. I certainly was. Pumpkin…
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How long do pumpkins last?
Whole pumpkins generally last about 2-3 months in cool indoor storage conditions, although there are heirloom types that can last up to one year in…
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8 gardening activities for preschoolers
Calling all parents and preschool teachers! It’s time for this year’s preschool garden theme for your little learners. Wondering how to introduce your toddlers to…
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Fall gardening
Aaaah Autumn. The season of pumpkin spice lattes, apple picking, and the harvest moon. And, of course, fall gardening! Put your green thumb to work…
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October gardening tips
October is full-on fall in the garden. This is the month of autumn leaves, warm apple cider, first frosts, and pumpkins. It’s such a pleasure…
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September gardening tips
September is fall harvest season in the garden. It’s time to enjoy the ripe tomatoes, corn, and crisp autumn apples. It’s also time to start…
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25+ small pumpkins
Small pumpkins are easy to grow and fun to use in seasonal decorating. Their small size makes them perfect for fall centerpieces, quick recipes, and…
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How to prune a plant
For the health of your plants, you often need to prune them; but how do you do it? This detailed beginner’s guide shows you how…
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How do plants make food?
So, how do plants make food? Plants use a process called photosynthesis to create their own simple sugars from sunlight, air, and water. Plant cells…
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Food garden
This is the year to finally grow your own food garden! There are four main groups of produce typically grown in food gardens: Read on…
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22 mother’s day gardening gifts
A gardening gift for Mother’s Day celebrates the time she spends outdoors nurturing her plants. Thoughtful gifts range from elegant tools that last decades to…
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When to plant pumpkins for Halloween
Plant pumpkins for Halloween during the month of June in most climates. Pumpkin seeds can generally be planted from late May through to early July…
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Kids garden tools
Kids need tools that fit their hands and match their enthusiasm. Garden tools for children come in plastic play sets or smaller versions of adult…
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40+ online gardening courses
There are TONS of great online gardening courses to help you learn more about how to garden. It’s incredibly rewarding to take an online class…
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Garden soil testing
Garden soil testing is a type of soil analysis done to collect helpful data, including mineral nutrients, organic matter, and soil pH. Quality testing of…
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Where to buy live moss
Live moss can be purchased from specialty nurseries, online retailers, and some local garden shops. Buy moss that has been sustainably harvested or cultivated to…
