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Most gardening books have cheery titles promising beautiful borders, amazing annuals or an effortless vegetable patch. Clare Hastings wanted to call her book Gardening From Beyond The Grave. ‘It’s not a gloomy title at all!’ she cries. ‘I like to imagine myself as a contented spirit in the garden after I’ve gone, watching over it…
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As the spring sown veggies reach their peak, renew the veggie garden with a second sowing of quick growing veggies. Cherry tomatoes, bush beans, beetroot, carrots, cucumber, lettuce, Swiss chard, spinach, and radishes are all quick crops. They will supplement long fruiting crops like brinjals, peppers, capsicums, vine tomatoes and runner beans that have a…
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Schmuck Lumber Ace Hardware is happy to announce the opening of its new greenhouse addition for the Gettysburg communities. It aims to provide local gardeners, homeowners, and plant enthusiasts with an expanded selection of plants, gardening supplies, and seasonal essentials. The new greenhouse continues to show Schmuck Lumber Ace Hardware’s commitment to serving the Gettysburg…
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Are you planning an outdoor birthday party for your 4 year old? You’re in the right place! As parents, we all want to create memorable experiences for our little ones. With the warm sunshine, fresh air, and boundless possibilities, outdoor parties offer a fantastic opportunity to unleash your child’s imagination and create magical moments that…
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Succulents are some of the most weird and wonderful houseplants to grow, coming in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors. You can take your succulent display to the next level by trying a different growing method: growing succulents in water. I’m not talking about propagating succulents in water (which is possible with cuttings),…
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A journey from Hawaii to Wisconsin landed horticulturalist Erin Warner a lead role at Warm Belly Farm in Fort Atkinson. Warner oversees the daily operations of a hydroponic strawberry farm. The “you pick” operation has 18,000 plants. Growing hydroponically means the strawberry plants are growing not…
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Venturing into gardening for the first time can be overwhelming, but the specialists are here to help. This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Testing soil helps gardeners to figure out what plants will flourish(Image: Getty Images) Starting a garden from scratch is…
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Our editors handpick everything we recommend. We may receive revenue for sharing this content or when you shop through our links. Read more here When it comes to transforming your backyard, you don’t need a massive budget or a full design team. What you need is a clear plan, a bit of creativity, and a…
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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. As summer approaches, people are looking for ways to improve their outdoor spaces without spending too much money. According to Pinterest, searches are up by 528% for “budget garden…
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Use these tips to make a big impact in your landscape with beautiful spring-flowering bulbs. With a little strategic planting, you’ll be able to enjoy these colorful plants for years to come. Add Pockets of Color Credit: David Goldberg It’s easy to create bright, eye-catching accents by tucking small groups of bulbs among perennials, shrubs,…