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The basics of harvesting and curing garlic

Garlic is a household staple. If you decided to grow garlic this year and want to harvest or preserve it, check out these basic tips. Learn what to...
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The basics of mulching your garden

Mulching is a good technique for all gardeners to adopt. Whether you like a neat garden, hate weeding, or struggle with keeping your plants watered...
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Managing bugs and diseases in the garden

  • bugs and disease
  • June 8, 2011
As the summer heats up, bugs and diseases in our gardens are also getting very active. Although it can be frustrating to see some of your crops...
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Tips for getting the most out of your garden harvest

  • harvest tips
  • June 2, 2011
Your vegetable garden can and should be enjoyed from planting to harvesting. Most people think they have to wait until their vegetables mature to...
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Techiques for growing great tomatoes

In Loudoun County, Virginia, the threat of frost is gone, and hot weather vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants are going into the...
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Vertical Gardening, growing up not out

When planning your garden this year, consider growing some of your vegetables UP not OUT, using vertical gardening techniques. Not only does it...
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Free garden tools from around your house

  • free garden tool
  • March 28, 2011
There are lots of items in your house that can be useful garden tools. These items are typically free because you are recycling them after...
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Give your seedlings a great start: Make your own plant juice

During the spring season many people are starting seeds under lights, on windowsills and in greenhouses.In order for these plants to thrive when...
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The basics of square foot gardening

Many people are hesitant to grow their own food because they either feel like they don’t have enough time to invest in gardening, not enough...
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Basic seed starting methods

Starting seeds can be an overwhelming process if you have never done it. Even though I start some of my own seeds each year, I am always trying new...
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