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March signals the beginning of spring, with longer evenings, sunny days and new blooms fuelling a sense of optimism in the air. It’s also a great time to get planting, with soil temperatures rising, more daylight, and a reduced risk of frost. Planting and sowing now allows plants, flowers and crops to get a head…
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This content was originally published on Gardening Etc. Choosing the best tropical plants makes creating a lush backyard sanctuary achievable even in cooler climes. Large, bold leaves, rich colors and interesting silhouettes of blooms are the hallmarks of this style of planting. There are a few easy rules to follow for making a tropical garden.…
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Want to start gardening, but aren’t sure what to do or how to begin? Connecticut Garden Journal’s Charlie Nardozzi has some gardening tips for beginners to keep in mind this season. “Start small,” he told Connecticut Public’s Where We Live. “Get comfortable with gardening. Get used to going out there and visiting the garden everyday…
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Dreaming of a lush, exotic escape, without upping sticks for somewhere more rural? Then, learning how to create an urban oasis in a city courtyard could be the answer. With the right planting choices, thoughtful design, and a touch of creativity, even the smallest courtyard can be transformed into a vibrant tropical retreat – no…
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While modern-day humans may not need to grow everything they plan to eat themselves, it’s certainly rewarding, and tasty, to make a salad sourced from your own backyard. And you don’t need a sprawling plot of land to get started. Whether you’re planning a greenhouse full of tomatoes or just want to grow a few…
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With simple landscaping, clever design, charming decor, and some affordable DIY projects, even the most modest patch of dirt can be transformed into a small garden oasis. Whether you’re looking to brighten up the patio plants, enhance your curb appeal, or elevate a tiny backyard, let these small garden ideas inspire you to get your…
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Have you decided to try your hand at gardening but need help figuring out where to start? The great thing about gardening is you can learn as you grow, but there are some tips that can make the process much easier and increase the survival rate of your plants and flowers. How to start gardening…
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02/27/2025 Sharon Swanepoel Community 0 Soil3.com is hosting a seminar, From Soil to Success, Gardening for Beginners, from 1 – 4 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at The Portico, located at 5822 Highway 186 in Good Hope, GA 30641 (Between Watkinsville and Monroe). The cost of admission is $5. Children: Please note, this is not an…
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The Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Lebanon County are joining with the Chestnut Street Community Center and Penn State Health to offer “Seed to Supper,” a beginner’s gardening course that teaches how to build healthy soil, plan a growing space, choose crops, care for a growing garden, and harvest the bounty. This six-week program…