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6 Reasons Your Vegetables Stay Small & What to Do About It

The thought of waking up to a delicious omelet that’s loaded with homegrown vegetables seems heavenly, doesn’t it? There is something so tasty and delightful about a homegrown vegetable, and...

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How to Care for Rabbits’ Ears: The Ultimate Guide

While a rabbit's ears are one of its most noticeable (and cute) features, they're also one of its most important body structures. Ears help rabbits stay alert for predators, keep their balance, and...

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How to Increase Pollinators in Your Garden: The Ultimate Guide

Pollinators are essential to consider when you’re planting a garden. With the changing climate, pollinators need help to thrive and continue doing their jobs within the ecosystem.  Take...

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How Long Does a Wooden Greenhouse Last?

As you begin your gardening journey, you may consider installing a lovely greenhouse alongside your garden. These are great additions for gardeners who wish to protect tender seedlings in early...

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Ducks and the cold: How to keep them safe and warm

Ducks are a great animal to have around if you have the room for them. In the summer, they can roam freely, gobbling up nasty garden pests and laying omega-3 packed eggs. But what about in the...

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Can a duck and a chicken mate?

Nature is amazing and performs some miraculous tricks.  When it comes to reproduction, things can get strange in a hurry.  Hybridization between ducks and chickens, while biologically...

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With over 30 years of gardening experience, Karsen and his wife have transformed their 1/2 acre yard into a productive urban farm. Their small orchard boasts over 40 fruit trees, cultivated using innovative training and pruning methods to grow a variety of fruits in a limited space. Their small homestead includes a small greenhouse where they overwinter their potted flowers and citrus trees, and get a jumpstart on their flower and vegetable gardens each spring. Their yard is home to several cultivars of raspberries, grape vines, and raised beds filled with beautiful flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Through their blog, they share their expertise in small-space gardening, offering tips and techniques for anyone looking to create a productive and beautiful urban farm in their own backyard.

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