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Reset your garden: Why fall is the perfect time to start fresh

Sep 05, 2024 10:26AM ● By Bryan Reed

Start fresh with fall gardening! Learn how to plant cool-season crops for a bountiful harvest. Extend your growing season and prepare for winter and spring with these easy tips.

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Growing tips on the hottest days of the year

Jul 30, 2024 03:05PM ● By Bryan Reed

Our garden expert provides his top tips to boost your plant health during the dog days of summer.

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Backyard composting FAQs: Your composting questions answered

Jul 01, 2024 04:04PM ● By Bryan Reed

Learn answers to questions like "Can I legally compost my dead relatives?" and other practical tips to avoid the pitfalls of a smelly compost pile.

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Sowing and growing—there's a season for everything

Jul 01, 2024 03:01PM ● By Rhonda Wray

Ecclesiastes in the Bible and The Byrds remind us: there's "a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted." When ready, a rainbow of vivid annuals will await their time to bloom.

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Biological pest solutions for a healthy, diverse garden

May 29, 2024 03:25PM ● By Bryan Reed

Embrace these natural methods for a healthy, diverse garden free of pests.

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5 methods for combating weeds without chemicals

Apr 27, 2024 10:11AM ● By Bryan Reed

From using pure vinegar to solarization and seed timing, explore eco-friendly strategies for weed management.

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Deerfield Hills Community Garden in Colorado Springs

Community gardens keep seniors rooted in wellness

Apr 26, 2024 04:45PM ● By Lisa Lowdermilk

Explore the joys of community gardening in Colorado Springs, where seniors cultivate health, friendships and fresh produce in local green spaces.

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Why home gardens outshine grocery stores

Mar 15, 2024 02:45PM ● By Bryan Reed

Discover the secrets behind the superior taste of home-grown produce compared to store-bought. Find out what makes the difference.

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Paper towels: Soft on hands, hard on your health?

Mar 15, 2024 02:41PM ● By Suzy Cohen

Learn about the hidden ingredients lurking in your paper towels and how they could be affecting your health.

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Create an environment for seedling success

Feb 20, 2024 12:11PM ● By Bryan Reed

Create an environment for seedling success by providing the five necessary conditions for germination.

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Seeds of wisdom: the local advantage in seed selection and planting

Jan 29, 2024 10:16AM ● By Bryan Reed

Discover the advantages of choosing plant starts over seeds, explore cost-effective seed options and learn how to conduct a seed survival check.

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A chicken in every pot, broth for every day

Jan 03, 2024 12:35PM ● By Allison St. Claire

Learn how to create a hearty broth, from basic versions to flavorful variations, and elevate your culinary creations with these easy recipes.

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