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72Gardening: Weeds use Them and Lose Them
by Bob Ewing
Weeds, if they were called by any other name would they still annoy us to such a degree. The topic of weeds and weed control can touch off a frenzy of discussion when gardeners gather. Some gardeners have... published 5 months ago
70Mulching Your Herb Garden
by larry3377
Mulching periodically during the growing season and most especially during hot summer months will protect plant roots will help keep herbs healthy. However, mulching perennial herbs in the fall will help to... published 5 months ago
64The Lions and Lambs Prevail/Calumet Region Gardening March 2008
by C.S.Alexis
There is an old saying that that the month of March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. This March we have witnessed the presence of the lion more than I care to. I am here to tell you that we are... published 4 months ago
68Easier Gardening With Mulch
by Pat Merewether
Mulch helps keep the moisture in the soil, can repel pests and make the garden more attractive. It also breaks down and revitalizes the soil. Over the years I've tried various kinds of mulch on my flower... published 3 months ago
70Composting In Place With Worms
by prokidwriter
I'm fortunate to live in a city where it is possible to garden pretty much year round, and where average tempuratures hover in the mid 70's. Given our temperate climate, I was surprised to discover that making... published 3 weeks ago
64How to plant garlic
by highwaystar
Garlic is about as trouble-free a herb can get, it's very easy to grow and takes about eight months to mature. Keep in mind plant garlic in a spot where you won't accidentally disturb the dormant bulbs. ... published 9 months ago
68Growing beans
by Gardening Angel
Snap beans grow best in full sun (they are tolerant of light shade) in a moist, well-drained, friable and moderately fertile soil. Sandy loam soils, which are loose and warm rapidly in spring are preferred,... published 4 weeks ago
77How To Make Compost
by Marye Audet
Compost is an excellent soil nutrient, as well as a fabulous mulch. It is what is left of food scraps, grass cuttings, leaves, hair, and other things you would normally throw away, after these things are... published 10 months ago
67What is Lasagna Gardening?
by Marye Audet
Lasagna gardening is very much like square foot gardening. The difference is that the beds can be totally your choice as to size. If you like square foot gardening you can still use that technique with the lasagna garden. The name comes from the building up of layers in the bed. This method is also called sheet composting. published 2 months ago
59Build a Flower Bed for $200
by Yankee Gardener
Go out and look around your home and see where you can add some instant beauty. With a small amount of effort and about $200 you can easily add some instant beauty to your yard. My wife and I decided while... published 2 weeks ago
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