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9 Crops That Should Be Dug Up Before Heavy Rain

November 18, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Some Crops Should Be Dug Up Before Heavy Rain

When storm clouds start gathering and the air turns that oddly electric shade of “something big is coming,” gardeners everywhere begin doing mental math. How long until the rain hits? How much will it dump? And—most importantly—which crops need to come out of the ground now before Mother Nature decides to drown them? Heavy rain…

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Why Garlic and Shallots Thrive When Planted Now

October 17, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Garlic and Shallots Thrive When Planted Now

There’s something almost magical about planting garlic and shallots in the crisp air of autumn. While most of your garden is winding down, these flavorful underground powerhouses are just getting started. They don’t mind the chill — in fact, they love it. Planting them now sets the stage for bold, aromatic harvests that will make…

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