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How-ToAmending Clay Soils
While soils vary considerably across the United States, many gardeners are faced with the challenge of growing plants in heavy clay soil. This may be due to the natural composition…
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DesignLessons Learned From a 25-Year-Old Garden
Mary and Lew Reid never looked back after abandoning a beautiful established garden to start from scratch. But when you’re moving from a densely shaded garden at the foot of…
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DesignQueens of the Curbside
Seven years ago, my husband and I purchased a home in a typical residential neighborhood. One of the things that I liked best about the house was that the previous…
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How-ToGetting to the Coir of the Matter
Gardeners for years have lined their hanging baskets with long-fiber coir. Learn how this material differs from peat.
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How-ToHow to Use Vermicompost on Your Plants
You've got a pot full of rich vermicompost in your hands. Now what do you do with it?
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How-ToA Soil pH Primer: Getting It Right Gets Results
Acidity and alkalinity are measured in pH units. Most vegetables grow best in a slightly acidic soil. Learn how to measure the pH of your soil and then adjust it…
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