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Don’t Dig a Money Pit in Your Garden

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Most seeds will dry nicely on a paper towel. Mark the towel with the name of the plant and the date and then transfer that information along with the seeds to a paper envelope for storage once they are completely dry. Compost Yard And Garden Waste. Instead, use composted yard and garden waste. Get Growing'

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7 Ways to Reduce Household Waste

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Compost kitchen waste to feed your garden. Turn old towels into bags that can be taken to the grocery store. Plus, re-usable cleaning items like sponges and rags reduce your need for paper towels. You can re-use newspapers and other items as garden mulch. With a little creativity, you can re-use a number of items.

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Ways To Reuse Old Items For Your Container Garden

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As the shell breaks down, it acts as part of the compost , and it is also a natural slug repellent. There are also ways to transform your toilet paper roll or paper towel roll into a tiny seedling starter. Container Garden Ideas As you create your container garden, think of the items that you might be able to reuse.

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