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December 20th is the official beginning of winter. For most of the norther hemisphere, this means a round of cold weather, shorter days and generally a slow garden. Here are some tips for what you can do in the garden in December.
…If you have ever wanted to grow fruit trees on your property, you have likely seen references to a gardening term “chill hours”. Find out what it is and why it is important for you to consider when planting your trees.
…In general garden wisdom, many creatures are just as interested in your veggies as you are. However, there are lots of frustrating bugs that can destroy crops quickly leaving you with little to no return on your vegetable growing efforts. Here are some common insect pests and how to deal with them organically.
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In the southern portions of the United States, July is typically when it becomes pretty hot. As temperatures increase, most people are harvesting much of what they’ve planted earlier and are beginning to plan for the fall. Learn about the weather and what you can grow during the summer in the deep south.
…You may be looking into growing more of your own food and living a more sustainable life now or in the future for some security. If you have a family, it can become even more important. Here are some ideas on how to garden with kids, even the littlest ones.
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Many people are looking towards growing their own food in these uncertain times. But it wasn’t too long ago that people were called upon to grow their own food to support the war effort through a “victory garden.” Here’s information about growing your own food during a pandemic.
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