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25 Plants for Edible Landscaping: Grow Food Beyond the Backyard
Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 2/27/25 Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 2/27/25

25 Plants for Edible Landscaping: Grow Food Beyond the Backyard

Create a thriving edible oasis in your front yard with our top 25 plants. Whether in containers or a full-scale garden, these selections offer sustainable urban landscapes that are both practical and beautiful.

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Container Gardening: The Easiest Way to Grow
Small Space Gardening Nicole Holland 1/26/25 Small Space Gardening Nicole Holland 1/26/25

Container Gardening: The Easiest Way to Grow

Discover the versatility of container gardening! Learn how to choose the right container, save on soil, make the most of your space, and get tips on watering and feeding your plants.

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Spring Gardening: How to Revive Your Soil & Garden
Beginner Gardening Nicole Holland 1/16/25 Beginner Gardening Nicole Holland 1/16/25

Spring Gardening: How to Revive Your Soil & Garden

Spring is coming. Learn how to wake up your garden! From tidying up and tool maintenance to soil preparation and amendments, these expert tips will help you start the season right.

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Small-Space Gardening: Design Tips and Inspiration
Small Space Gardening Nicole Holland 1/12/25 Small Space Gardening Nicole Holland 1/12/25

Small-Space Gardening: Design Tips and Inspiration

Design the perfect garden space with practical tips for in-ground, raised bed, and container gardening. Explore techniques like vertical gardening, companion planting, and interplanting to create a productive and beautiful garden.

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Grow What You Love: Choose the Best Plants for Your Garden
Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 1/2/25 Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 1/2/25

Grow What You Love: Choose the Best Plants for Your Garden

Ready to grow a garden you’ll love? Discover how to choose plants you’ll enjoy, make the most of your space, and create a garden that fits your needs and goals.

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How to Choose the Perfect Spot for Your Home Garden
Beginner Gardening Nicole Holland 12/31/24 Beginner Gardening Nicole Holland 12/31/24

How to Choose the Perfect Spot for Your Home Garden

Discover how to choose the ideal location for your home garden with advice on maximizing sunlight exposure, improving soil quality, and optimizing water sources for healthy and thriving plants.

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Start Seeds Indoors: 15 Tips for Successful Gardening
Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 12/17/24 Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 12/17/24

Start Seeds Indoors: 15 Tips for Successful Gardening

Get our best tips and tricks for successful seed starting indoors at home to ensure your seedlings are robust, healthy, and ready for transplanting into the great outdoors.

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DIY Garden Gifts: 6 Handmade Ideas Perfect for the Holidays
Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 12/10/24 Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 12/10/24

DIY Garden Gifts: 6 Handmade Ideas Perfect for the Holidays

Create homemade holiday gifts from your garden including hot pepper jelly, pickled vegetables, tomato goodies, seasoning blends, bread, and seed packets with personal greetings.

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Winter Gardening: 10 Expert Tips for Growing Vegetables Successfully
Year-Round Gardening Ruth Linton 11/20/24 Year-Round Gardening Ruth Linton 11/20/24

Winter Gardening: 10 Expert Tips for Growing Vegetables Successfully

Discover essential tips for successful winter vegetable gardening from Ruth Linton's 20 years of experience. Learn about light requirements, wind protection, optimal growing times, and cold-hardy plant varieties.

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Presents for Plant Lovers: 25 Gardening Gifts They’ll Dig
Gift Guide Nicole Holland 11/13/24 Gift Guide Nicole Holland 11/13/24

Presents for Plant Lovers: 25 Gardening Gifts They’ll Dig

Explore a wide variety of thoughtful gardening-related gifts from personalized harvest baskets to indoor growing systems that are perfect for any plant enthusiast on your gift list.

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How to Harvest and Store Fresh Herbs: A Complete Guide
Beginner Gardening Nicole Holland 9/6/24 Beginner Gardening Nicole Holland 9/6/24

How to Harvest and Store Fresh Herbs: A Complete Guide

Get essential tips for harvesting fresh herbs from your garden and learn the best methods for storing them, ensuring maximum flavor and freshness for both short and long-term use.

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Colorful Fruits & Veggies: Health Benefits of Eating the Rainbow
Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 8/13/24 Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 8/13/24

Colorful Fruits & Veggies: Health Benefits of Eating the Rainbow

Discover the vibrant world of plant pigments and their health benefits. Learn how to grow colorful fruits and vegetables at home, even in small spaces, and incorporate a rainbow of nutrients into your diet.

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Summer Gardening: Top Tips to Help Your Garden Beat the Heat
Year-Round Gardening Nicole Holland 7/7/24 Year-Round Gardening Nicole Holland 7/7/24

Summer Gardening: Top Tips to Help Your Garden Beat the Heat

Explore essential strategies for a thriving summer garden: smart watering practices, effective mulching techniques, strategic planting, shade solutions, and ensuring optimal plant growth and resilience.

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Make the Most of Your Garden: How to Save and Store Seeds
Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 9/20/23 Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 9/20/23

Make the Most of Your Garden: How to Save and Store Seeds

Discover your garden's hidden potential with our comprehensive seed-saving guide. Learn how to transform overlooked seeds into future treasures and enrich your gardening experience.

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Tips for Growing Tomatoes Year-Round in Containers
Year-Round Gardening Cheryl Miller 2/28/22 Year-Round Gardening Cheryl Miller 2/28/22

Tips for Growing Tomatoes Year-Round in Containers

Learn the secrets of growing tomatoes year-round from container gardening expert Cheryl Miller. Get her tips for successful indoor cultivation without grow lights, ideal container sizes, and pruning techniques.

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How to Extend Your Garden’s Growing Season Year-Round
Year-Round Gardening Nicole Holland 12/30/21 Year-Round Gardening Nicole Holland 12/30/21

How to Extend Your Garden’s Growing Season Year-Round

Extend your home vegetable garden's growing season with effective cold protection and smart plant choices. Explore DIY methods like cold frames and grow bags for year-round harvests.

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10 Unique Seed Varieties to Try in Your Garden This Year
Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 12/29/21 Plant Care & Selection Nicole Holland 12/29/21

10 Unique Seed Varieties to Try in Your Garden This Year

Discover exciting new seed varieties just released in 2022 for your home garden, including colorful vegetables, vibrant herbs, unique peppers, and a variety of leafy greens.

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How to Grow Your Own Soup Garden (with Recipes)
Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 12/13/21 Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 12/13/21

How to Grow Your Own Soup Garden (with Recipes)

Get inspired with this guide to growing a soup garden at home along with 8 flavorful recipes. From hearty chilis to refreshing tomato soups, discover how to cultivate and cook with homegrown ingredients.

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No-Waste Recipes: Homemade Carrot Top Pesto
Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 12/3/21 Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 12/3/21

No-Waste Recipes: Homemade Carrot Top Pesto

Explore how to create homemade carrot top pesto, a flavorful and sustainable recipe that turns carrot greens into a versatile condiment, perfect for enhancing meals throughout the year.

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5 Recipes to Enjoy Homegrown Tomatoes All Winter Long
Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 11/18/21 Recipes & Preservation Nicole Holland 11/18/21

5 Recipes to Enjoy Homegrown Tomatoes All Winter Long

Discover my favorite ways to preserve homegrown tomatoes to enjoy the taste of summer all winter including salsa, bruschetta, diced tomatoes, roasted sauce, and sundried tomatoes.

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