How to Keep Animals Out of Compost Bins
Composting is the gift that keeps on giving. I love turning food scraps, cardboard, grass clippings, and other green and brown materials into a usable and nutritious soil amendment. It …
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How to Use an Indoor Compost Bin That Doesn’t Stink
I have a love/hate relationship with my indoor compost bin. I love that I don’t have to walk out to my compost heap every time I peel a banana or …
Why Do Onions Make You Cry?
Some of us dread having to chop onions; the vapors coming off the onions can make our eyes water like crazy. But why? …
Preparing Your Home Garden to Welcome Pumpkins
Before you pick up your first seed packet, make sure your garden area is set up to welcome pumpkins. The first thing you’ll need to do is test your soil; …
Choosing to Grow Pears from Seeds or Seedlings
So, maybe you’re a really patient gardener and you’re thinking of growing your own pear trees from seed. A word of advice? Don’t. …
