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How to Build a Raised Bed Vegetable Garden

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We planted the new plants that were growing in the repurposed egg carton that I constructed 2 weeks ago. Decide on the size of your garden bed, what you want to go, and find out how much room each plant needs because they will expand and can take over nearby plants (like my “ killer cucumbers ” from my first garden experience).

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How to Start a Garden Frugally

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But if you are not careful it can get quite expensive when you start factoring in the cost of plants, soil, fertilizer, containers, and mulch. If you don’t have a sunny windowsill any florescent light or high density plant light will do the trick. Find Free Plants. Grow from Seed. Good Soil on the Cheap. Cool Garden Markers.

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Tips for Finding the Perfect Gift for Mom’s Unique Personality

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She’s an earth mother fond of baking kale chips and reminding you to save energy, recycle and compost the banana peels. Is there any better gift for this type of mom than a selection of plants (or seeds for the budget extremist) from the local nursery? ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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10 Frugal Tips For Earth Day

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Grow Your Own: Planting your own vegetables, fruit, and herbs can save you money, but it can also reduce the use of chemical pesticides. Plant a Tree. Not only are you making the air a little greener, but if you plant a fruit bearing tree, you can also cut down on produce expenses. ©2009-11 Saving Sense Media LLC.

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10 Uses for Orange Peels

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We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids. #9 ©2009-14 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved.

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10 Uses for Orange Peels

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We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids. #9 ©2009-14 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved.

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