Tag: winter gardening

The Winter Garden: Now’s the Time to Start Planning

June 16, 2023
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Ah, summer. Overnight dew on lush green grass, high-climbing roses and sunflowers, afternoon picnics in the warm sun, evenings when light lingers late in the sky. Summer is the home gardener’s Eden. It’s also the time to think about winter. A large swath of the United States is generally mild enough, especially in a warming…

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Polar Vortex and Plants

December 29, 2022
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In his book “Following the Equator,” Mark Twain says, “The captain had been telling how, in one of his Arctic voyages, it was so cold that the mate’s shadow froze fast to the deck and had to be ripped loose by main strength. And even then he got only about two-thirds of it back.” Twain…

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Year-Round Harvest: Tips and Secrets of an Indoor Garden

November 30, 2022
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An indoor garden allows apartment dwellers or those with a small yard or imperfect climate to enjoy fresh fruit and vegetables year-round. It gives you fresh herbs and veggies ripe for the picking, ready to add vibrancy to the most basic recipes or as a snack right off the plant. Whether you want to garden…

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The Impatient Gardener: Secrets of the Winter Garden

November 14, 2022
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In 2023, home gardens are expected to be more popular than ever. Whether you’re looking to grow one to have the freshest fruits and vegetables, to experience tastes that store-bought just can’t compete with, or because you’re concerned about sky-high prices and potential shortages, there’s no reason to wait. In fact, depending on your climate,…

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