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How to support tomato plants

How to support tomato plants

  • December 1, 2022
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We all need somebody to lean on

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Marigold: More Than a Pretty Face

Marigold: More Than a Pretty Face

  • December 1, 2022
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Learn its remarkable history and how to grow the many varieties

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The Ornamental Garden in December

The Ornamental Garden in December

  • December 1, 2022
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Now that leaves have fallen, December is a good time to walk through the ornamental garden and appreciate its “bare bones.”

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Updating Foundation Plantings

Updating Foundation Plantings

  • November 2, 2022
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Refresh or redo an outdated, overgrown foundation bed by planting a variety of native shrubs.

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How to Grow Potatoes

How to Grow Potatoes

  • November 1, 2022
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Discover the delicious taste of homegrown

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The Ornamental Garden in November

The Ornamental Garden in November

  • November 1, 2022
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Take advantage of mild November days to finish preparing the ornamental garden for cold weather ahead.

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Home Composting Solutions For Virtually Everyone

Home Composting Solutions For Virtually Everyone

  • November 1, 2022
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Composting options provide practical solutions for just about anyone interested in contributing to improving air and soil quality.

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The Edible Garden in November

The Edible Garden in November

  • November 1, 2022
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November is the time to clean up the vegetable garden, protect your soil, perennials and any cool weather crops you want to continue harvesting and record the year’s events to be prepared to capitalize on your learning next spring.

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Upcoming Events

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Check out these valuable workshops!

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Soil Erosion

Soil Erosion

  • October 3, 2022
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We Must Minimize Erosion to Improve Plant Health and Environmental Quality

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