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Low-Cost Mulching Options for Weed Control and Soil Health

December 15, 2023 by Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

Low-Cost Mulching Options for Weed Control and Soil Health

Mulching is a key part of gardening. Mulching offers soil improvement which makes everything in your garden grow better. It is also one of the most versatile and cost-effective solutions for curbing weed growth in a garden. This guide explores the significance of mulching, its broader benefits, and various low-cost mulching options for reaping the benefits…

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5 Reasons To Use Fish Amino Acid on Your Plants

January 10, 2022 by Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

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There are so many great reasons to use fish amino acid in your garden. Also known as fish fertilizer, this product provides nutrition to plants in ways that are similar to, but arguably potentially better than, other organic garden fertilizers. There are different types of fish fertilizer and different reasons to use fish amino acid…

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Why You Should Test Your Soil

July 20, 2020 by Steph Coelho Leave a Comment

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  Along with water and sunlight, soil is the lifeblood of a garden. Without healthy, nutrient-filled soil, plants simply won’t thrive. It’s tempting to believe that spraying your garden with fertilizer will encourage lush growth. But if you’re spraying without testing your soil, you may be in for trouble down the line. Why should you…

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How to Get Free Worms for Your Garden

March 2, 2020 by Steph Coelho Leave a Comment

How To Get Free Garden Worms

Composting is an economical way to recycle household waste like kitchen scraps and yard refuse (dead leaves, grass clippings, etc.). It requires minimal effort, and in return, you get free fertilizer for your garden!  Using your homemade compost in place of commercial fertilizers is not only cheap, but it’s also better for your garden. Compost…

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The Early Heat Trap: Why Sudden Warm Weather Is Stalling Growth

The Early Heat Trap: Why Sudden Warm Weather Is Stalling Growth

Spring shows up like it forgot how to knock politely. One week brings cool soil and steady growth, then a sudden burst of heat pushes everything into overdrive. Plants react fast, but the ground beneath them often refuses to keep pace. That mismatch creates a hidden problem many gardeners miss until leaves curl, seedlings stall,…

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Gardens do not shut down just because the calendar edges past midsummer. In fact, this stretch of the growing season often creates one of the most exciting planting opportunities of the year. Warm soil speeds up germination, longer daylight hours push growth, and many crops actually prefer a late start over early-season stress. Smart gardeners…

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6 Flower Varieties That Bloom Quickly After Late Spring Planting

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The Free Compost Trick: How to Turn Yard Waste Into $100 Worth of Soil

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Fresh, crumbly soil that smells like a forest floor does not require a trip to the garden center or a pricey delivery fee. Yard waste sitting in bags, bins, and corners already holds the raw ingredients for rich compost that can replace store-bought soil amendments. Leaves, grass clippings, and kitchen scraps transform into nutrient-dense humus…

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