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freshly cleared land

Real Life is Messy and Unexpected

While I enjoy a beautiful photo or video as much as anyone else, I'm under no illusions that those reflect anyone's daily reality. It's...

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covers of garden planners

Planning Your Fall Garden

A lot of gardeners who can't take the heat elect to do their vegetable gardening in the Spring and Fall, and skip Summer. While the bulk...

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7 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for Fall Gardening

7 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for Fall Gardening

7 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for Fall Gardening

Yes, I know it seems crazy to be thinking about fall gardening while suffering through the hottest part of summer, but bear with me. If...

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summer squash vine killed by squash bugs, next to a healthy squash plant

summer squash vine killed by squash bugs, next to a healthy squash plant

Managing Disease and Pests in the Garden

Learn about your garden disease and pest treatment options, and make a plan before you need it.

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Pros & Cons of Planting a Fall Garden

Pros & Cons of Planting a Fall Garden

Pros & Cons of Planting a Fall Garden

Fall gardening is possible in many parts of the U.S, but just because a thing is possible, doesn't always mean it should be done. How do...

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When it's Too Hot

When it's Too Hot

When it's Too Hot

Gardening is always the most fun when you're doing spring planting. The days are cool, you're more likely to see rain so you don't have...

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bowl of strawberries

Use a Harvest Tracker for Better Garden Planning

Plotting out expected harvest dates can help you plan a low-stress garden season.

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collection of journaling accessories

"Nice to Haves" for Planning and Journaling

While you can get along just fine with your journal or planner and a nice sharp pencil, there are a few tools we think make the process...

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Growing Up: Using Arbors in the Garden

Growing Up: Using Arbors in the Garden

Growing Up: Using Arbors in the Garden

I turned 50 this year, and I'm finding that my lower back is not so crazy about the weeding and harvesting that requires a lot of time...

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