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 ...
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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 ...
How an Old Parking Garage Became a Community Garden in Seattle
Somewhere out there, Joni Mitchell is smiling. A group of Seattle designers, neighbors and city officials have upped the community gardening ante ...