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How to Reuse Grow Bags

October 28, 2020 by Steph Coelho 1 Comment

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  Grow bags are an excellent container option for the frugal gardener. They’re extremely versatile and work for a variety of plants. Did you know that you can reuse them from year to year, too? Here’s how to reuse grow bags and save money down the line. What is a grow bag? A grow bag…

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Free Funeral Home Plants

September 21, 2020 by Steph Coelho Leave a Comment

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  Before you discount the idea of free funeral plants, bear with me on this one. Getting free plants from a funeral home is possible. However, you may have to step out of your comfort zone for this trick. Even those of you who consider yourselves outgoing might feel a bit odd about using a…

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What Is the Safest Way to Handle Slugs Without Harsh Chemicals?

What Is the Safest Way to Handle Slugs Without Harsh Chemicals?

Slugs can turn a promising garden into a midnight buffet, leaving ragged holes in lettuce, seedlings, hostas, and other tender plants. The safest way to handle them starts with a simple strategy: make the garden less inviting, remove the slugs you find, and use controls that target slugs without creating unnecessary risks for pets, wildlife,…

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Can Biochar Help Sandy Soil Hold Water During Hot Weather?

Can Biochar Help Sandy Soil Hold Water During Hot Weather?

Sandy soil drains quickly, which sounds wonderful until a hot stretch arrives and the garden suddenly behaves like a colander. Water disappears below the root zone, plants wilt faster, and the hose seems to spend more time running than it should. Biochar can help sandy soil hold more moisture during hot weather, but gardeners need…

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6 Ways to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh Longer After Harvest

6 Ways to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh Longer After Harvest

Fresh-cut flowers can turn a kitchen table into a tiny celebration, but the clock starts ticking the moment those stems leave the garden. The good news? A few smart choices during harvesting and vase preparation can keep blooms looking perky instead of turning into a sad pile of drooping petals by the next morning. The…

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Should You Stop Mowing Dormant Grass During a Dry Spell?

Should You Stop Mowing Dormant Grass During a Dry Spell?

When grass turns brown during a dry spell, the lawnmower may suddenly look less like a helpful garden tool and more like an unnecessary weekly appointment. In many cases, stopping or dramatically reducing mowing makes sense, especially when the grass has entered true dormancy and the soil has become too dry to support active growth….

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