Tomatoes are a favorite summer treat for gardeners. There is something about the taste of a freshly picked tomato, ideally eaten with a leaf of ...
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How to Read a Seed Packet
Seed packets tell you all you need to know to get planting. Sowing seeds is an easy and inexpensive way to get a garden going. Make the most of your ...
How to Make Seed Bombs
Seed bombs let you scatter seeds in unexpected places. Making seed bombs and throwing, concealing, digging, or just gently placing them in places ...
How to Use a Cold Frame to Extend Your Growing Season
Learn the secrets of using a cold frame. My grandmother had a cold frame. It was a long rectangular box angled to catch the sun with a sliding glass ...
How to Grow a Pet-Friendly Garden
From what to plant to how to design it. Get tips for creating a garden that's safe for you and your pet—and thus the whole family. It's more than ...
Small Yet Mighty Dwarf Citrus Trees
If you like the idea of having your own fresh citrus readily at hand and you’ve got a sunny spot, you’re in luck. Dwarf citrus trees can grow in some ...
How to Grow a Meyer Lemon Tree
Meyer lemons aren’t “true” lemons but a mix of lemons and oranges. The fruit is a deep golden yellow and sweeter than other lemons, has a thinner skin ...
How to Turn Your Front Yard into an Edible Garden
There are plenty of reasons why you might want to plant front-yard edibles. Edible gardens are traditionally backyard affairs. To some people, ...
How to Set Up Raised Beds for Gardening
It’s easy to see why raised beds are perennially popular among vegetable gardeners. They can help correct many common garden problems, including poor ...
How to Add a Drip Irrigation System to Your Garden
Drip irrigation is often the first choice for an edible garden. It provides slow and consistent water to the roots of each plant, where they need it ...