Vegetable Garden

How to add magnesium sulfate to your garden

By jennandmark

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What dose Epsom Salts do for Plants? Epson salts contain hydrated magnesium sulfate, two elements vital to plant growth. • Sulfur is crucial to the inner workings of plants, but it is almost never lacking in the soil, thanks in part to synthetic ... more »

How to Become More Self Sufficient with a Country Lifestyle

By AutumnLeavz

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Has country living always been a dream of yours? With the economy the way it is, would you like to become more self sufficient? The secret is that even if you haven't moved to the country some of these steps are still very doable in a city yard ... more »

How to Build a Simple Rain Water Collection System

By w1z111

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These days, water conservation is a big thing. We are all encouraged to limit use, and many appliances and fixtures in our homes are designed to minimize wasted water as well... more »

How to Buy Produce Locally and Get Higher Quality Foods

By Susan H Pardoe

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Buying food in your local community gives you peace of mind, knowing you are getting the best quality of produce, meats, etc., for your money. Plus, it helps the farmers in your community, which is great for everyone all around. Here are a few ... more »

How to CARE FOR YOUR PLANTS!

By DandelionMom

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Ever wonder why your plants aren't looking healthy? Well, follow these instructions and you will have a healthy, happy plant!.. more »

How to Construct the Easiest Compost Bin

By Heide Braley

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Composting is a very popular topic nowadays! As we are educated more and more on conservation and saving energy, the need to do more at home is obvious. Composting is one of those things that can be done so easily, if you have the right tools. ... more »

How to design your yard to give back

By grouch

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There are plenty of options when it comes to fresh fruit and vegetables at the store or even a road side stand. Do you really know what you’re getting? Many of the vegetables and fruits that you buy are covered in pesticides and other harmful ... more »

How to Enjoy a Farmer's Market!

By AutumnLeavz

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They are cheaper, they have more variety, they often offer organic produce, they support your local economy. What is not to love about Farmer's Markets? With the growing number of tainted vegetable reports circulating the United States, it is ... more »

How to Enrich Your Vegetable Garden With Food Compost

By Mike

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If you are like me and love to have a vegetable garden every spring through fall then let me share my tips on what I do to help create rich soil for my plants to grow. The best part is, it is minimal work, with huge payoffs in the form of tasty ... more »

How to extend the growing season for your lettuce

By Terri Aigner

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Extend the growing season for your tender lettuces by protecting them from the late spring sun. Enjoy your salads longer!.. more »

How to Find VFN Resistant Heirloom Tomatoes

By Aimee30

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This is about what I obtained after doing an internet search on heirloom tomatoes and from growing experience. I hope that it meets the needs of the reader well... more »

How to freeze fresh corn on the cob

By piscean6724

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If you love the taste of fresh corn on the cob then follow these simple steps to have that same fresh taste all year long... more »

How to get rid of Aphids and Spider Mites in your garden or house plants

By jennandmark

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Are you looking for an all-natural insecticide for Aphids and White Flies? Follow the recipe below to zap those pesky little creatures... more »

How to Get Rid of Moles in Your Garden

By 1creativemama

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Your garden is growing beautifully, then one morning while tending to your garden you notice some dirt hills. Out of the corner of your eye you notice a big brown furry animal scurry across your garden, then it ducks back down again. What could ... more »

How to get rid of slugs organically

By mackmonte

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You don't need to use nasty toxic chemicals to rid your garden of slugs. Here are some natural methods that work!.. more »

How to go "Green" and tame weeds in the garden

By FUSILLI1OF4

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We all now how hard it is to tame the wild weeds in any flower or vegetable garden especially trying not to use chemicals. This can be a back breaking, time consuming chore. Did you ever feel like for every weed you pull you get three more, ... more »

How to Grow a Salsa Garden

By ProfessorSprout

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Growing the plants to harvest fresh vegetables for salsa is a wonderful family project... more »

How to Grow a Stir-Fry Garden

By ProfessorSprout

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Grow a stir-fry garden. Now, little children just love this, and it is a wonderful way to introduce them to gardening as well as to get them to eat more vegetables!.. more »

How to Grow Artichokes

By Gardengates

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Artichokes are not only wonderful to eat, but they grow as big bold plants ideal for decorating the landscape. They even bloom in colorful brush-like flowers that offer a splendid shade of blue-purple. And they're easy to grow!.. more »

How to Grow Green Beans on your Fence!

By AutumnLeavz

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If you want to grow fresh green beans the process is relatively easy. You may have seen people making elaborate structures for the beans to climb but the truth is that you can grow beans using your existing fence. This especially works well ... more »

How to Grow Potato Plants in a Flower Pot

By Kristie Raburn

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Being a potato lover all my life, I often wondered how a potato becomes a potato. I mean, where are the seeds? So as an experiement one spring day, I grabbed an old potato that had sprouted roots, cut it up and threw the pieces in a flower pot ... more »

How to Grow Root Crops in a Vegetable Garden

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If you grow root crops in your vegetable garden, don't limit yourself to carrots. Beets, parsnips, radishes and turnips grown in your garden are more tender and flavorful than those you can buy at the grocery store. Additionally, growing your own ... more »

How to Grow Spaghetti Squash

By Oktobers

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This a plant that you can start in your garden and have a lot of success with it. Speghetti squash has almost the same flavor as reuglar speghetti, but with out the carbs... more »

How to grow stronger,healthier tomato plants!

By leighcamp1

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The following steps will help you to achieve a stronger,greener,healthier,tomato plant which yields more fruit... more »

How to Grow Sweet Corn

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Sweet corn is a popular crop with home gardeners since it's relatively easy to grow and is so versatile. With the price of fuel and groceries increasing every day, growing corn at home is an economical way to feed your family fresh, organic ... more »

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