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Cutworm
Protect your precious seedlings from cutworms with homemade collars.
Don't let yellow jackets spoil the party
Lure these pesky stingers away from your picnic.
grow your own sprouts indoors
Microgreen sprouts are an excellent source of protein and vitamins—Here's how to grow them safely indoors.
How to Repair a Hose
My hose has a crack in it and leaks. Can I salvage it?
Show off your prize homegrown onions and garlic by making a braid.
Planting tiny seeds is easy with this simple gardening trick.
make your own orgainc fertilizer
A simple recipe to give your soil and plants a little boost.
weather talk isn't small talk among gardeners
You can't predict the weather, but you can prepare for it.
Expert advice on handling transplants.
The secret to great tomaotes is developing a good root system
The secret to great tomatoes is all in the roots.
what's the best way to save seeds
If you have leftover seeds or aren’t ready to plant your seeds when they arrive, you’ll need to store them properly to ensure good germination.
Bring the practices of Biodynamic Gardening to your own garden.
row covers can extend the season, protect from frost and pests.
Easy-to-build row covers protect your crops from frost and other damage.
Here's a beginner's guide to plant propagation
Planting your garden according to the phases of the moon
Go beyond your daily horoscope and bring the Zodiac to your garden
Share your love of gardening with your community by becoming a certified master gardener.
Manure makes a great soil conditioner and compost ingredient.
It's a jungle out there—simple precautions prevent a gardening injury from sneaking up on you.
A simple DIY fence can give you a pest-free garden.
Build the perfect rotation schedule to nourish the soil and improve your crops.
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