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Friday Links – Garden Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It really is a great feeling to grow your own food. We have multiple veggies on the list that we are growing but a few include bok choy, broccoli cabbage, carrots, peppers, and tomatoes. Now that the weather has changed, we are getting ready to garden. I am quite excited.

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Ways Going Green Can Improve Your Health — And Save You Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

During the summer and the fall, my family spends a lot less at the grocery store. Grow your own produce, and you know exactly where it is coming from, and you can receive the full benefit of nutrient-stocked produce. Planting, weeding, and harvesting all require a certain level of physical effort.

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8 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Coupons

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Grow Your Own Food You don’t need a farm to grow some of your own food, you just need a small raised bed, a window box, or even just some old soda bottles hung from the fire escape.