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Elyssa at WhirLocal3 Hard-to-Kill Houseplants for the Not-So Green ThumbsMar. 5th, 2022

3 Hard-to-Kill Houseplants for the Not-So Green Thumbs

Having plants in your home brings life and color to the space. But for those of us who seem to kill every plant that comes into the house, it can be a challenge. Here are three hard-to-kill house plants for the not-so green thumbs. 1. Jade Plant Jade plants are superstars at storing water in their leaves, me…
Elyssa at WhirLocal7 Reasons to Use Raised Garden BedsFeb. 12th, 2022

7 Reasons to Use Raised Garden Beds

Are you looking for a way to improve your gardening experience this year? If so, you might want to put raised garden beds at the top of your gardening essentials list. There are many benefits to using raised beds over in-ground gardens, so let's go through a few of them. 1. More Control Over Soil Type and Quali…
Elyssa at WhirLocal5 Vegetables You Can Grow in Small GardensJul. 15th, 2021

5 Vegetables You Can Grow in Small Gardens

Growing your own vegetables is not only a great way to save money, but gardening can also be very therapeutic and rewarding. However, if you live in an apartment or have a small yard, gardening might seem impossible. With some creativity and clever gardening techniques, it's possible to grow some of your favorite vegg…
Elyssa at WhirLocalComposting 101: How (and Why) to Start CompostingJun. 26th, 2021

Composting 101: How (and Why) to Start Composting

When you compost your food scraps or yard debris, you can feel good knowing that you are recycling your food waste and providing rich nutrients for plants and soil. Even if you don't use your compost in a garden, composting now can help reduce methane emissions from organic waste in landfills. Composting is one small …
Elyssa at WhirLocalThe Top 3 Reasons Your Houseplant Might Be DyingJun. 10th, 2021

The Top 3 Reasons Your Houseplant Might Be Dying

If you have a houseplant and are noticing yellowing or wilted leaves, don't give up just yet! There are several reasons why your plant might just need a little bit of TLC, and every plant is different. Let's discuss the three main reasons why your plants might look like they're dying to help give you some ideas on how…
Alyssa MuellerHow to Grow Fresh Herbs at HomeApr. 24th, 2021

How to Grow Fresh Herbs at Home

Getting started on a homegrown herb garden is a breeze when you have the right materials and a little bit of know-how. By deciding in advance if you want to grow seeds or starter plants, as well as what types of herbs you want to learn to grow, you'll be on the road to harvesting a beautiful, flourishing herb garden i…

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