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How to Cover a Garden Over the Winter

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  
Ways to Make Compost Break Down Faster

Ways to Make Compost Break Down Faster

I know the feeling. You're excited about your compost pile; you've tried to keep the mix right between browns and greens. Finally, you're ready to get some finished compost and  
Grow Young In Your Garden

Grow Young In Your Garden

As someone creeping up on 80 and still feeling sprightly, I often reflect on how I’ve kept my body moving, my mind sharp, and my spirit young. Turns out, the  
The Do’s and Don’ts of Open Air Composting

The Do’s and Don’ts of Open Air Composting

Figuratively. There are things you'll want to know before you "figuratively" jump into open-air composting because I'm guessing you don't want to actually do that.  If you've read more than a