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6 Reasons Moles Are Not Bad for Gardens

When a gardener thinks of a mole, they likely think of a pesky rodent that leaves unsightly molehills in their once lush and green garden. The first instinct might be to get rid of these creatures as...

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Why Fruit Trees Need to be Grafted – and How to Do It

Arborists and horticulturists toss the term around loosely.  Grafting. What is it, and why do we need to do it? How do we do it?  There are lots of answers to these questions, and we...

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Why ducks stand on one leg and other duck trivia questions answered

Birds are not only an exciting animal to study, but the more species of birds in one area, the healthier a habitat is. If you see birds in a particular area, it means that the place is rich and can...

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How to grow grapes from cuttings in 8 steps plus pruning and care

The process of growing grapes from cuttings, also known as propagating grapes, is performed by simply taking dormant grape cuttings and planting them to give life to a new plant. Grapes can be grown...

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Why Your Flowers are Molding and What to do about it?

There is nothing more discouraging than waking up one morning only to find that your garden has become a hazy mess of mold. Your roses are sprinkled with black spots, and a cast of foggy gray mold...

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The 6 Pros and Cons of Plastic Greenhouses

Greenhouses are a great way to expand your gardening capabilities. Whether you use them just to get plants started or keep plants growing in there full-time, greenhouses offer a stable growing...

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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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