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8 Summer Salad Recipes To Make With Your Garden Harvest
Aug. 3rd, 2024

8 Summer Salad Recipes To Make With Your Garden Harvest

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh, vibrant salads made with fruits and vegetables straight from your garden or local farmers market. There's nothing quite like the taste of produce picked at the peak of ripeness, and these recipes are designed to showcase summer's best flavors. Plus, many o…

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Enjoy Mosquito-Free Evenings: Top Tips for Reducing Mosquitoes in Your Yard
Jul. 18th, 2024

Enjoy Mosquito-Free Evenings: Top Tips for Reducing Mosquitoes in Your Yard

Summer evenings are perfect for hosting friends and enjoying time outdoors, but mosquitos can quickly turn your outdoor space into a frustrating battleground. While mosquitos play important roles in the ecosystem, their bites are less than pleasant to deal with. Fortunately, there are several effec…
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Kid-Friendly Gardening: 10 Projects for the Whole Family
Jun. 29th, 2024

Kid-Friendly Gardening: 10 Projects for the Whole Family

Gardening can be a wonderful family activity that provides educational experiences and a way to bond while spending time outdoors. Including children…
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The Gardener's Notebook: Tips for Keeping an Effective Gardening Journal
May. 14th, 2024

The Gardener's Notebook: Tips for Keeping an Effective Gardening Journal

Whether you’ve got a seasoned green thumb or are just starting your gardening journey, keeping a gardening journal can greatly aid your gardening e…
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August Gardening Tasks to Keep Your Garden Flourishing
Aug. 19th, 2023

August Gardening Tasks to Keep Your Garden Flourishing

As the summer sun shines bright, your flower or vegetable garden is likely in full swing. August is a crucial month for tending to your plants. Here are some simple tasks to ensure your garden stays vibrant and productive. 1. Water Wisely With the heat in full force, your garden needs proper …
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Compost 101: How and Why to Start Composting
Aug. 8th, 2023

Compost 101: How and Why to Start Composting

Are you looking for a sustainable way to dispose of your food scraps while also enriching your garden? Composting might just be the answer you've bee…
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Tips for Making Your Yard More Bird-Friendly
Jun. 17th, 2023

Tips for Making Your Yard More Bird-Friendly

Do you love watching birds flutter around your yard? Transforming your yard into a bird-friendly haven not only invites the songs of our feathered fr…
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