When the cold winter wind howls outside and our gardens are fast asleep, gardeners may still crave crisp, fresh greens. You can satisfy those cra
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Sweet peas in pods The florists’ calendar marks April with sweet pea, a pretty, non-edible plant with the unwieldy name Lathyrus odoratus. Th
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There has been a great deal of money spent researching and growing hydroponic tomatoes commercially, so it makes sense to follow the lead of the
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This time of year, always reminds me of the early morning forays my dad would go on in his search for the perfect spears. The first Spring I can
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Any weed, can be become a serious problem if left unchecked. Any one seed from a weed can settle in nearly any type of soil and entrench itself f
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To help with germination, we hang fluorescent lights above the seed trays when we are starting vegetables from seed inside a building.
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Starting vegetables from seed is the first step to growing your own food. Watching seeds grow is also an educational adventure in which everyone shou
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Growing beautiful dahlias is easier than you think. Proper planting and care will result in an abundance of beautiful blooms for you to enjoy in
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The sunflower is one of the most widely recognized flowers. This large flower blooms in a wide variety of yellows, pinks and even reds.
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Sunflower greens taste great and have great nutritional value. Use these are step-by-step instructions for cultivating them at home. Sunflower gre
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