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Can you grow carrots in seed trays?

Carrots are a beautiful thing. There are so many different ways to eat them that one simply can’t grow bored of them. You can find a place for them in every meal of the day, whether it’s in...

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Can Rabbits Live With Goats?

When you’re planning out a farm or just trying to figure out if you have room for new pets, species matters. We all know that having cats and dogs can lead to some problems without socialization,...

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Can Zucchini Survive Frost?

When people think about planting and harvesting crops, they usually think about doing it in warm weather. After all, these are typically optimal conditions for plants to be able to survive and...

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Can You Run a Swamp Cooler Without Water?

In drier climates during the summer, an evaporative cooler, also known as a “swamp cooler,” can offer you not only relief from the heat, but also from a lack of humidity. Using water to cool the...

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Do Ducks Help Keep Snakes Away?

When it comes to having pests in your gardens, few animals can be as scary as snakes. A snake infestation near your lake or river is enough to drive many people into a state of fear. It’s not...

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This Is Why Mushrooms Grow in Your Vegetable Pots

If you’ve ever had a vegetable garden, you may have noticed some uninvited guests climbing out of the soil. Mushrooms are common fungi that grow in vegetable gardens, and many gardeners are left...

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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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