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05/09/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Here are 8 seeds that are great for long term storage

Every gardening process starts with the seeds. Seeds vary in size, shape, and germination period. Some seeds take longer to mature compared with others. Leftover seeds may also prove to be a major dilemma among gardeners, as certain seeds have shorter shelf life than others. A recently published article in OffTheGridNews.com lists eight seeds that can […]

04/26/2017 / By Russel Davis

Hybrid, heirloom, or GMO? Do you really know your vegetables?

Differentiating hybrid, heirloom, and GMO vegetables can be confusing. Gardeners still interchange these terms, yet the nuances among them need to be understood. These gardening labels describe how the vegetables are reproduced. An article in the gardening website BonnniePlants.com has provided an overview on what makes the gardening methods different from each other. Hybrid plants vs. […]

04/21/2017 / By Russel Davis

10 High-yield vegetables you should be growing this year

According to experts, combining the principles of biointensive gardening and square-foot gardening may help gardeners achieve good harvest despite the limited garden space. An article in TheBalance.com has listed 10 high-yield crops to grow this year to maximize the limited space. 10 high-yield vegetables you can grow in small spaces Leaf lettuce – Leaf lettuce varieties such as oak […]

04/15/2017 / By Earl Garcia

How to harvest an endless supply of beets from your back yard

Beets are a superfood that can be easily grown right in your own back yard. This article will walk you through the process of cultivating beets correctly so that you have an endless supply of this delicious plant. Take note of these steps when planting beets indoors. Ready the container – Beets can be grown in […]

04/06/2017 / By Earl Garcia

6 spring vegetables you can start planting now

Without a doubt, spring is every gardener’s most awaited season. The previous winter’s last frosts are thawing and gardeners can now spend hours tilling and amending the garden for a renewed opportunity to cultivate and harvest. Spring is such an ideal season to plant certain crops as the temperature and soil conditions are conducive for growth. […]

03/25/2017 / By Russel Davis

These raised bed gardening tricks beat traditional gardening every time

Raised bed gardening has been in practice among agriculture enthusiasts for years. Simply put, raised bed gardening is a method that makes use of elevated garden beds to cultivate a variety of crops. Modern raised bed gardens use frames of wood, concrete blocks or timber, and are relatively easy to construct. Gardeners have touted the many […]

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