Category: Organic Gardening
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CORVALLIS, Ore. — Knowing when to plant vegetables can make the difference between a thriving garden and one that struggles all season. Across Oregon — from the cool, wet coast to the dry high desert — weather patterns and soil temperatures vary widely, so timing is everything. “One of the biggest mistakes people make is…
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– 🌿Bountiful Heirloom Variety: Enjoy a generous 1oz packet (approx. 900 seeds) of classic Mary Washington Asparagus—a hardy, time-tested heirloom known for its reliable growth and rich, slightly nutty flavor. Perfect for roasting, grilling, or eating fresh.🌿Fast-Growing & High-Yielding: Sprouts in just 10–56 days in warm soil (75–85°F). Once established, this prolific perennial produces thick,…
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If you’re a lover of orchids but struggle to know how to water them, learning how to grow orchids hydroponically could be the solution to healthier exotic blooms. Every indoor plant lover knows that taking care of orchids indoors can be a tricky business, and getting their moisture levels wrong when exploring how to water…
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“Like a coffee capsule machine, but for plants,” reads Click & Grow’s marketing copy. Sure enough, the Click & Grow Smart Garden’s seed pods come in a Nespresso-evoking plastic three-pack with a tear-off cover. (Pods run about $3 to $5 each.) Put a nutrient-packed “smart soil” seed pod in one of the Click & Grow’s…
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– Vibrant Colors: Red, purple, white, yellow & orange rainbow carrots; 90%+ germination rate. Rainbow carrot seeds for planting thrive in USDA 3‑11, ideal for growing organic carrots fresh for juicing & fresh snacks.Easy Direct‑Sow: Sow carrot seeds 1/2″ deep, space 1‑2″ between plants, 18‑24″ rows. Sweet 7‑in carrots mature in 65-75 days. Organic rainbow carrots…
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To me, the best thing about gardening is simply being around growing things. Whether it’s plants, flowers, fruits or vegetables, I just love observing the small changes, the act of nurturing, and of course consuming food I’ve grown myself. As a lifelong vegetarian, I always try to get my hands on the freshest vegetables…
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As the summer season fades, many gardeners assume it’s time to stop planting until spring. However, September can be one of the most productive months of the year for sowing, with opportunity for certain crops to thrive in cooler conditions. For those wanting to keep their gardens active, this transitional period is perfect to prepare…
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– Gardening Kit: 7 Melon & Watermelon Seeds Variety Pack NON GMO Heirloom Seeds LESS THAN $2.00 PER SEED VARIETY PACK 480+ seeds including: Cantaloupe Imperial, Cantaloupe Minnesota Midget, Melon Canary Yellow, Melon Honeydew, Watermelon Crimson Sweet, Watermelon Jubilee, Watermelon Sugar Baby.Enhanced Gardening Experience: Our seeds for planting outdoor and indoor gardens come in a…
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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and La Sapienza University of Rome have further consolidated their research collaboration in the field of sustainable agriculture with the inauguration of a hydroponic garden on the FAO terrace, the result of the study of new water-based growing techniques. The innovative garden, sponsored by La…
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If you have caught the bug for growing your own and want to extend your harvesting season into fall, there is a great range of vegetables to plant in July that allow you to do this. Summer is a time for bountiful harvests, but it is also the season to continue sowing new vegetables for…