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Starting Seeds Indoors: A Step-by-Step Guide

by Amy 10 Comments

Starting seeds indoors can seem intimidating: There are a lot of materials to gather, and the process seems a little complicated. But have no fear, this step-by-step guide includes useful tips and details and will help demystify seed starting.

Starting seeds indoors can seem intimidating: There are a lot of materials to gather, and the process seems a little complicated. But have no fear, this step-by-step guide includes useful tips and details and will help demystify seed starting.

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Protect Cold Weather Crops with a Cold Frame

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As the fall season draws to a close, gardeners turn to season extension techniques to maintain crops right through the winter. Cold frames are effective at insulating the winter garden against a killing frost.

A cold frame can help you to continue growing through fall, winter, and spring. Learn about cold frames and other structures to grow a four-season garden.

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5 Steps to a Vibrant Fall Garden

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By late summer, our edible gardens can look a little-shall we say-untidy. Before planting a fall garden, you'll have to tidy up the summer garden to make room. Here's how I prepare my beds for a fall garden.

Imagine a fall garden that is just as vibrant and productive as your summer garden. Follow these 5 steps to prepare your garden for a successful transition.

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How to Prepare for The Winter Garden

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Are you growing a winter garden or putting the garden to rest until spring? Here’s how to reap winter harvests as well as prepare for a successful spring.

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Harvesting, Curing and Storing Sweet Potatoes

by Amy 28 Comments

The process for harvesting, curing, and storing sweet potatoes is simple once you get the hang of it. Here's how to do it.

The process for harvesting, curing, and storing sweet potatoes is simple once you get the hang of it. Here’s how to do it.

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Growing Carrots Year-Round: A Strategy for Success

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Carrots can present a challenge to the home gardener, but offer sweet rewards for a job well done. Here are some facts about growing carrots, and a few tips that can make the venture worthwhile.

Growing carrots successfully can be a challenge, but they offer sweet rewards for a job well done. Here’s how to grow the tastiest carrots year-round.

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Choose the Right Trellis for your Climbing Vegetables

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Did you know there are three types of climbing vegetables? Learn how to choose the right support structure for your climbing vegetables.

Did you know there are three types of climbing vegetables? Learn how to choose the right support structure for your climbing vegetables.

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When to Harvest & How to Store Garlic

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Growing garlic is easy, but many people wonder when to harvest and how to store garlic. I share my tips in this article.

Growing garlic is easy, but many people wonder when to harvest and how to store garlic. I share my tips in this article.

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