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Don’t Dig a Money Pit in Your Garden

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You were going to save a bundle on your grocery bill by growing your own vegetables and herbs. Instead, you broke your budget buying every gadget from the big box gardening store – not to mention the pricier mature plants and the chemicals to make them grow faster and produce more.

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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Plant a Garden. Gardening is an enjoyable activity, and it can help you improve your sustainability. You don’t need a huge garden, either. In fact, if you are new to gardening, it might be better to start small. Even if you don’t have a lot of room, you can grow a container garden.

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Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you get the big things like solar panels and water tanks, they do cost initially, but if you are staying in your home for a long period they are worth it. 1.) Make your own cleaning products. In my area a smaller bin equates to a smaller land tax bill. 8.) Grow your own produce.