Growing your own garden: Beginner tips for a bountiful harvest
To get an accurate soil sample, dig down to where the plant roots will be, and take eight to 10 samples across your gardening ...
Regardless of your planting zone, these tips can make your garden great this season
The first step to a great garden is knowing your planting zone but regardless of where you live, these tips can help.
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Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be ...
Groton schools now growing lettuce in a shipping container 'farm'
Rows of lettuce growing in a hydroponic system in a shipping container outside the school district's administration building will help provide students and the community with fresh food year-round.
After Extensive Testing, These Are Our 9 Best Raised Garden Beds for Growing Plants
The best raised garden beds keep your plants off the ground. We tested the best picks so you can choose the right one for ...
Westmoreland course on gardening on a budget set to expand from New Kensington to Delmont
From soil testing to seed-saving, members of the Penn State Extension Master Gardener program are preparing to guide ...
Spring’s official start is nearly here and there’s work to do in the garden. A checklist
Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be ...
Fence project at Natrona Community Garden strives to keep deer at bay
Bill Godfrey knows that lettuce, peppers and fruit grown in the Natrona Community Garden are vital to feeding residents of ...
Food scraps, carefully composted, bound for Miccosukee garden in pilot project
The village of Pinecrest has launched an innovative effort to do just that. The pilot project converts food scraps into ...
Is Square Foot Gardening Right for You? This Guide Explains It All
Square foot gardening is perfect for nature lovers with smaller yards. Follow these expert tips and a helpful chart that ...