The front garden of my first home featured huge, gorgeous, tall bearded irises that framed both sides...
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Planting arugula: A seed-to-harvest guide
If you often purchase arugula in those plastic containers at the supermarket, have you considered...
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When to plant asparagus for healthy, productive plants
If there’s any crop (and flavor) that says “spring,” it’s asparagus. Asparagus is one of the...
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Repotting aloe vera: Tips for choosing potting soil, pots, and more
Repotting aloe vera becomes necessary for a few reasons, especially when your plant starts to outgrow...
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How to grow kale: Tips for planting, preventing pests, and harvesting
Kale is one of my favorite vegetables to grow. These versatile greens can be steamed or stir fried,...
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Growing thyme from seed: Tips for direct sowing and starting seeds indoors
Although growing thyme from seed isn’t difficult, it requires patience, since this versatile,...
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