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Save Water, Grow Food: The Best Strategies and Plants for a Drought-Resistant Garden
Choosing the right crops, improving soil health, and using water-wise techniques can make all the difference in maintaining a productive vegetable garden, even in dry conditions. Learn how to grow a drought tolerant vegetable garden and reduce your water inputs in the garden, whether it's out of of necessity or choice.
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"Fast Food" Garden - Quick Yielding Vegetables & Garden Plans
If you’re looking for a garden that delivers fresh, homegrown produce in the shortest time possible, a “Fast Food” Garden is the way to go! By selecting these quick-maturing varieties and using smart planting strategies, you can enjoy harvests in just a few weeks. Whether you're planting in early spring, mid-summer, or even for a fall crop, this guide will help you design a productive garden that keeps the fresh food coming.
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What's With the Buzz About Micromeadows?
In recent years, micromeadows have become increasingly popular as a way to transform small urban spaces into thriving pockets of biodiversity. Whether you're a city dweller with a tiny backyard or someone looking to revitalize a neglected corner of your garden, micromeadows offer a simple, low-maintenance solution with a big environmental impact. -
My Balcony's Bounty - Container Gardening
I have done most of my gardening in containers and have learned a lot from my successes and my mistakes. After moving back to an apartment with a small balcony, last summer really tested my creativity in how to fit an entire garden into a few planters. Let's talk about prioritizing what to grow, maximizing space by growing vertically, and some options that are balcony and renter-friendly.
