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Catherine A. Mezensky gardens in Baltimore City. For the past 20 years she has battled cement, garbage, rodents and other urban challenges to produce greenery on windowsills, porches and in her small back yard.

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Fall leaf collection dates for many Maryland counties

Leaves are beginning to fall all over Maryland at this time of year and will blanket your lawn and garden with a lovely carpet of warm autumn colors....
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How to grow and cook spinach

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October is National Spinach Lover’s month. While that may seem like an oxymoron to some, many gardeners love spinach as a versatile, easy to...
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What is nitrogen and why does our garden need it?

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Nitrogen is a nutrient essential to a healthy lawn and garden. Plants that “fix” nitrogen, such as peas, beans, alfalfa and clover give a...
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October Gardening Tips

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October can be a busy month for clean up, lawn care and bulb planting in the home garden. The last of the vegetables slowly ripen, herbs are abundant...
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How fall soil preparation will help your garden in the spring

As the fall begins many gardeners are busy clearing and cleaning their landscapes. As you complete your autumn garden chores, remember that it is a...
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When should Maryland gardeners worry about the first frost?

As soon as the weather begins to change some gardeners start to worry about their tender, warm weather loving plants. Speculating about when the first...
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Assessing your garden for next year

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It’s always valuable to keep a garden journal, but sometimes life gets in the way. But, recording the season’s successes and problems can...
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Five tips for easing your summer garden into fall

Many home gardens are still producing plenty of vegetables and flowers. However, some plants are beginning to fade as the summer winds down. You...
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Patch your lawn with sod or grass seed

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By the end of the summer many lawns begin to look a little worn and in need of repair. Fall is a good time to re-seed or renovate your lawn. The...
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Understanding green and brown elements in compost

Composting works best if you have a fairly equal mixture of green and brown materials in the pile. If they are properly balanced the pile will...
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