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Grow an Organic Vegetable Garden

Grow an Organic Vegetable Garden

Eating organic vegetables doesn't have to be expensive! You've been trying to eat more organically grown vegetables, both to help the environment and to lessen the amount of pesticides you and your family consumes. But take one look at your grocery receipt and you know that buying organic can cost a lot. Luckily, you have an option - grow your own organic vegetable garden!
Benefits of Mulching Your Garden

Benefits of Mulching Your Garden

The benefits of mulching your garden are so numerous that most gardeners would agree that mulch becomes a necessity in every garden. Gardens come in many different shapes and sizes. Flower gardens add aesthetic appeal, ranging from simple to elaborate. Vegetable gardens are regaining popularity with increasing food prices, and poor food quality. One thing that is common in all gardens, whether flowering or vegetable, they can all benefit from mulching.
Vegetable Gardening 101: How to Start a Vegetable Garden

Vegetable Gardening 101: How to Start a Vegetable Garden

Vegetable gardening is a very rewarding (and tasty) experience, even for a beginner! The idea of starting from scratch and building your first vegetable plot can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. We'll show you how to start your vegetable garden from the ground up, and soon you'll be on your way to fresh vegetables grown in your very own garden!
The Ins and Outs of Indoor Seed Starting

The Ins and Outs of Indoor Seed Starting

The goal to indoor seed starting is to have seedlings ready to go outside by the time the weather is favorable. This means that timing is everything. You will need to plant your seedlings early enough for them to germinate and start growing before you can transplant them outside. To start, take a look at the seed packet. Usually on the back, the packet will tell you when you need to plant your seeds. Look for something similar to "Plant inside 6 to 8 weeks before last frost." Keep your eye out for seeds that say "Direct Sow", meaning these plants should be planted directly into your arden. These seeds require less labor and mature faster than transplanted crops. Click here for information on choosing the right seeds for your garden.
Tips for Creating an Outdoor Living Space

Tips for Creating an Outdoor Living Space

Outdoor living spaces are peaceful spots that allow homeowners to enjoy fresh air and open space. Approximately 70 percent of homes in the United States have some kind of outdoor living space, and about 70 percent of those spaces are used at least once during the season. Are you looking to add an outdoor space of your very own?
15 Gifts Plant Lovers Will Adore

15 Gifts Plant Lovers Will Adore

Christmas Day is just around the corner! Have you decided what to buy your loved ones this year? Often, the presents that are the most appreciated are the ones that come from having a deep knowledge of your loved ones' hobbies, likes, and interests.
How to Care For Succulents – A Handy Guide

How to Care For Succulents – A Handy Guide

If you ever stroll through a greenhouse, you will likely walk by a selection of plants that look like they are from another world.  Their leaves look plump and rubbery. They often have vibrant, almost iridescent, colors or patterns.  These, my friends, are succulents. Succulents, by definition, are plants that store water in their foliage – hence the thicker, more substantial looking leaf.  When I think of a succulent, a cactus is always the first thing that pops into my mind – one of those big ones that looks like a person standing with their arms in an awkward upward position…you know the ones I’m talking about.  BUT, cacti are not the only type of succulent.
Best Trees and Shrubs for Birds in the Winter

Best Trees and Shrubs for Birds in the Winter

During the colder weather here in Maryland, birds have to find their own food. Berries, seeds, and habitats in protected tree limbs are not as plentiful as they are during the warmer summer months. But, there’s an easy solution to this problem: planting trees and shrubs for birds to get sustenance from throughout the cooler weather.