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The Best Strawberry-Picking Job
Strawberries are one of my favorite fruits to grow. Even though I live in the Northeast, they're one of the few perennial plants that survive over winter and one of ... Read More
Do Rabbits Eat Marigolds?
Today's story appeared to me ironically enough after I took some heat for suggesting marigolds might deter rabbits (among other pests like aphids). My experience gardening comes from real life, ... Read More
Plants for Kids: 5 Fun Ways to Introduce Kids to Gardening
I remember watching a film strip (yes, I’m old) in grade school that showed me how people wasted up to four gallons of water if they left the faucet on ... Read More
Corny Gardening Humor for A-Type Gardeners
Do you grow your own corn? I've never had much luck. I've tried sweet corn and the jeweled popping varieties, but never have I been able to grow even one ... Read More
How to Bring Dying Herbs Back to Life
It's a sad sight. You leave town for a day or two or just get caught up in life, and by the time you look at your garden, all you ... Read More
Antimicrobial Herbs You Can Grow at Home
Antimicrobial spices are certainly more well-known than antimicrobial herbs. Cloves, for example, are clinically proven to fight gum disease and they can relieve tooth pain. Cinnamon is revered for its ... Read More
A Funny Story About Chicken Coop Safety
I've never thought much about chicken coop safety, except for the safety of the chickens themselves, but have you ever locked yourself in a chicken coop? It’s not as easy ... Read More
A New Way of Protecting Fruit Trees from Frost?
Have you ever gone to extreme lengths when protecting fruit trees from frost? Or any plants from a late or early frost? This year the weather wasn't as unpredictable (and ... Read More
How to Cover a Garden Over the Winter
It's understandable that most people don't think about how to cover a garden in the winter. After all, by that time of the year, it's usually just dirt, and what's ... Read More
11 Must-Have Food Gardening Tools: From Dirt to Dish
Gardening is a rewarding hobby that brings joy, fresh produce, and a touch of nature to our lives. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting your horticultural journey, having ... Read More