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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Used items don’t use up resources at the same rate, and many of them work just fine. Look for a consignment shop in town, visit Freecycle web site, or check the Classifieds before you go to the store to buy new. Plant a Garden. Plant three or four things, just to get started.

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Ways To Reuse Old Items For Your Container Garden

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You might be surprised at the types of plants you can grow in a container garden. Here are some ideas for re-using old items for your container garden: Seed Starts If you are just starting some seeds, for later planting in a container or a more traditional garden plot, there are a number of interesting alternatives.

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