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Try This Simple Trick to Save 60% More Water in Your Garden

3 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Spring gardens often thrive due to April showers. The same can’t always be said for later season gardens that often lack the blessing of rainfall. If you live in an area that is particularly dry during the hot summer months, you know how much time and expense is required to keep plants well-watered. Luckily, there is one thing that you can do at the beginning of the season that will save time and a great deal of money by slashing your garden’s water consumption by up to 60%.

Don’t Make These Common 7 Indoor Seed Starting Mistakes

5 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Depending on where you live and what plants you are growing, it is getting close to seed starting time. I love this time of year, when I can start plants indoors to transplant them lovingly into my spring garden. Seed starting time means that garden planting time is just around the corner. No matter when seed starting time is for you, the tips below will help you avoid some common mistakes so that you can give your plants the best start possible.

Chicken, Chicken, Duck: Why Your Mini Farm Needs Ducks

5 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Chickens are great; they are easy to keep, provide loads of delicious eggs, and are super fun to watch. There have been times in my past, where I have pulled up a lawn chair and literally watched my chickens for hours. But lately, I have come to appreciate just how great ducks are, especially when it comes to natural pest control. If you have been thinking about getting ducks but are on the fence, let me help you. Here are some great reasons to invest in these happy fowl.

Unique Ways to Capture and Save Water For Your Thirsty Plants

5 min read | Author - Liivi Hess

Did you know there are hundreds of gallons of usable water going to waste in your home every day? With a little know-how, you can save much of this wasted water and use it for your garden. Many of these water-wise gardening strategies serve more than one purpose, reducing water usage, improving garden soil, protecting plants, and saving money on your utility bill, too. Here are the best ways to repurpose water that would otherwise go to waste and water your thirsty plants.

The Ultimate Guide to Growing Organic

7 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Leaping from traditional gardening methods to organic ones may seem daunting at best. However, there are many little tricks that you can employ without much effort to help you get started on your organic gardening journey. Here are just a few of the most important areas to focus on as you transition to organic growing.

How to Grow the Perfect Lemonade Garden

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Who doesn’t love an ice-cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day? What is even better than a glass of lemonade is a glass of homemade lemonade made with plants from your very own lemonade garden. You won’t believe how incredibly easy it is to create and care for your own lemonade garden. Here’s how to do it.

Everything You Might Not Know About Growing Perfect Peppers

3 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Peppers are a wonderful addition to any home garden, and there are many varieties to choose from, ranging from super hot to sweet and everything in between. No matter how you like them, there is a pepper for you. Growing the perfect pepper plant is not as easy as simply plopping a young seedling into the ground and walking away! However, if you pay attention to a few things that peppers really love, you will be in luck, and your plants should produce an abundance of pepper for you to enjoy.

Live in the City? Try These Awesome Urban Gardening Hacks

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Do you live in the city? Perhaps in an apartment, townhouse, or a condo where you have limited outdoor space? If this is the case, and you are longing to grow your own fresh, delicious, and nutritious produce, I have great news for you. Not only is it possible for you to grow your own food in a very limited space, including a balcony or patio, but you are going to have a blast doing it. Here are my top garden hacks for those of you who live in the city.

Grow Food Instantly Without Soil Using This Method

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Getting into the world of hydroponics can be more than a little intimidating. If you’re new to this type of gardening and just want to get your feet wet (no pun intended), you don’t have to have an extensive growing system with complicated pumps, electricity, or miles of land. All you need is a few basic supplies, and you can get started growing your own food right away…no work required.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Growing Rhubarb: The Pie Plant

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Though not necessarily the most common crop, rhubarb holds a special place in the hearts of many northern gardeners. It thrives in the chilly environment and produces a tart, delicious crop to kick off the harvest season. Hardy, low-maintenance, and easy-to-grow, this yummy fruit (vegetable?) deserves a place in your garden this season.

Top Garden Trends in 2020: Are You Ready do Dig In?

5 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Years ago, gardening was reserved for those who had expensive pieces of land where they could create long rows for growing food. Today, however, there is a skyrocketing interest among urbanites to grow their food, herbs, and flowers. The good news is that gardening in 2020 has taken a whole new twist making it possible for more and more people to experience the joy and rewards of small space gardening. Even better, gardens are all about marrying the use of space with what is good for wildlife and the earth as a whole. It is indeed a great time to garden. Let’s explore some of the hottest garden trends for 2020.

Try This Simple Trick to Save 60% More Water in Your Garden

Don’t Make These Common 7 Indoor Seed Starting Mistakes

Chicken, Chicken, Duck: Why Your Mini Farm Needs Ducks

Unique Ways to Capture and Save Water For Your Thirsty Plants

The Ultimate Guide to Growing Organic

How to Grow the Perfect Lemonade Garden

Everything You Might Not Know About Growing Perfect Peppers

Live in the City? Try These Awesome Urban Gardening Hacks

Grow Food Instantly Without Soil Using This Method

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Growing Rhubarb: The Pie Plant

Top Garden Trends in 2020: Are You Ready do Dig In?

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