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Fun Freetime: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts “Backyarding” Advances to a Master Level

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The trend to move indoor activities outdoors that was made popular during the pandemic – known as “backyarding” – will continue to expand in 2023, according to the TurfMutt Foundation , an environmental education and stewardship program that encourages outdoor living and caring for green spaces. Say goodbye to bland yards and parks.

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How to Start a Garden Frugally

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As the weather starts to warm up, it has many thinking of starting a garden in hopes of a bountiful summer crop. You’d be amazed how many local green thumbs in your area end up with more plants and seedlings then they have room for. Cool Garden Markers. I hope you have a great garden this year. Find Free Plants.

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Garden Update: Zucchinis, Tomatoes & Pumpkins | Yes, Even in Arizona!

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I know it has been several weeks since I have posted an update on the garden – but the good news is that it is doing amazing! This picture is our garden, with a small pumpkin patch in the back. But for those of you that don’t drink coffee, or even to help your garden, you can always pick up FREE Coffee Grounds at Starbucks.

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Garden & Yard Items On Sale up to 80% Off!

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The weather is great for getting outside and working on the yard, and right now you can save up to 80% on garden and yard items, like this Set of 4 Hose Roller Guides by TerraTrade for just $5.99 (originally $24.99)! Try out your green thumb with this TerraTrade 7 in 1 Plant Care Garden Tool Set , only $14.99 (75% off)!

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Creating Your First Herb Garden: Picking the Right Herbs

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I make sure I always have a variety of herbs on hand without breaking the bank by keeping my own container garden. Even if you are a beginning gardener, there are plenty of herbs that are easy to grow and have a lot of uses in the kitchen. The dark green, aromatic basil plant originally hales from Italy. All rights reserved.

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Easy Plant Food Recipes with Three Ingredients or Less

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Plant foods and fertilizers from your local garden center can be downright expensive, not to mention possibly dangerous to your children and pets. Green Tea Goodness: 1 green teabag, water, gallon jug. Cut up a green tea bag and place it in a gallon jug filled with water. Frugal Gardening frugal living'

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Lowe’s: $.50 Tomato & Pepper Plants!

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and pepper plants: jalapeno, green, and orange bell pepper. This is a great time to start your garden if you haven’t already! ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC. My Lowe’s had a variety of tomato plants (including cherry tomatoes, which grow really well!) Did you get your FREE Tree today , too? All rights reserved.

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