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How to Learn About Gardening in a New Locale

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I plant my seeds indoors in February, wait for the last frost in May (sometimes until the end of May) to plant the vegetables outside, grow everything and hope that the longer growing plants like tomatoes can finish their growth before the first frost (which isn’t always likely). The garden is planted in February.

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Eco-Friendly Pest Control For Your Home Garden

Saving Cents With Sense

Still more people are buying organic foods, not just because they are tasty and healthy, but also because they leave a smaller carbon footprint than their conventional counterparts. Solution Number One: Companion Planting. Companion planting is a great way to use nature’s own tendencies to your advantage. Not impressed?