| Planting Peas
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The prepared seeds should be planted in rows that are eight to ten inches apart. In each row, the seeds should be spaced about one inch apart in a furrow. >> more |
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| Growing Peppers
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Whether to grow peppers from seeds or from transplants is an individual choice. If you grow from seeds, it will be less expensive, but it will take a lot longer before you start to produce peppers. >> more |
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| Growing Dill
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Growing dill is easy and there are so many uses for dill weed and dill seeds. They are ornamental and beneficial plants to have in the house, the flower garden, the vegetable garden, and in orchards. >> more |
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| Brussels Sprouts
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When planting the plants in the garden, they should be spaced about two to three feet apart in prepared soil. Brussels sprouts grow in a variety of soils, but for optimal growth, it is important that the soil is well-drained with plenty of organic matter. >> more |
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| Cauliflower
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Cauliflower is a very nutritious vegetable. It is extremely high in vitamin C and is a reasonable source for vitamin K, folate, and dietary fiber. >> more |
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| Squash
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In the United States, they are referred to as summer or winter squash, depending on the type and maturity when they are harvested and the length of time they keep, not their season for growth. >> more |
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| Planting Broccoli
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Broccoli grows well in cool climates, though it is sensitive to frost. Extremely hot weather is definitely its enemy. >> more |
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| Organic Gardening
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In years past the knowledge of organic gardening was handed down from generation to generation, as well as a basketful of tricks to make the job easier. Today, it is a risk for good produce the first season or two if you are a beginning organic farmer >> more |
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| What is Organic Gardening
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By and large, most gardeners today don’t know the true meaning of the term ‘organic gardening’. So, what exactly is organic gardening? >> more |
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| Garden Insects
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| Using beneficial garden insects is the most natural way to take care of eliminating pest problems. It actually fits right in to the circle of life which consists of prey and predators. By making sure that your garden is the home to the types of good insects that consist of pollinators, predators and insect parasites, you can ensure a proper balance of insects that will promote a healthy, safe and prosperous garden. >> more |
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| Garden Accents
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| If you want your flower garden to stand out, a raised garden bed may be a desirable garden accent. Who says your flower bed has to be at the edge of your yard? A raised flower bed can be put anywhere and is sure to make your flower garden the center of attention. >> more |
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| Transplanting Sunflowers
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| There are over sixty varieties of sunflowers. Each one has specific needs for growth and care, but the basics are all about the same. You’ve planted the seeds, whether indoors or out, and now need to transplant or thin them out in the garden. The process will take a little time, but should result in undamaged sprouts or flowers in the end. >> more |
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| Growing Pumpkins
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| Just as varied as their growing habits are the varieties of pumpkins you can grow. Pumpkins are many things, but they are not technically squash or gourds. All three are actually in the Cucurbitaceae family, although the Greek root for pumpkin literally means: large melon. >> more |
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| Gardening Basics
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| Embrace whatever situation you have, and creatively compose your garden. For people who live in the city or apartment complexes, a container garden might be ideal. >> more |
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| Buying Garden Shoes
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| When you are buying garden shoes, you will find there are a wide variety of styles on the market. The best style will depend on your gardening needs. >> more |
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