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Book Nook: The Old Farmer's Almanac 2023 Garden Guide

Motherhood Moments

Gardening has never gone out of style, but a surge of new gardeners has sparked an evolution not only in what is being planted but also in how and why gardeners are doing so. Giving depth to the trends that are defining gardening in 2023, the newest edition of the Garden Guide is now available in digital and print form!

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How to Learn About Gardening in a New Locale

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’ve been trying my hand at gardening for the last 15 years, though in a very amateur way. (If If it grows, I’m beyond happy!). The gardening season in the Midwest is how I thought gardening everywhere worked. Seeds for the spring garden are planted indoors in December.

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Succulents: Gardening for People Who don’t Garden

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

They’re easy to take care of and add such simple beauty to your home or office. Not only do they come in different shapes and colors, some can grow flowers, they need very little attention, and they can sprout new plants from their own leaves!! Happy gardening! It’s practically magic. They also make for great gifts!

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How to Find Free or Low Cost Gardening Seminars

Family Balance Sheet

Whether you are a novice gardener or a master gardener, there are many free or low cost gardening seminars, workshops, and events happening at this time of year. You'll walk away with great information about this year's gardening trends, gardening techniques, and maybe even a plant or two. I chose broccoli.

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How Your House or Business Can Invest in a Greener Planet

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Going green in the office and at home. There are many items used both in the home and at the office that could be changed to ensure a greener environment. We have many responsibilities, and in the office you can: • Remove paper cups for water and hot drinks. In reality, the list is endless.

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Top 5 Florists To Follow On Instagram

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

The easiest way to ensure fresh floral delivery to your home or office is via Instagram! Erin Benzakein is a Farmer-Florist, Writer, Teacher, Photographer living and growing in WA State, USA. Her first book Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden. & follow each & every one! amy_merrick. 159K Followers. Coming Feb 2017.

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My Backyard Compost

Family Balance Sheet

My composting adventures all started about 9 years ago when our local Penn State Cooperative Extension office offered a free composting bin (the round one in the picture) when you attended their free composting seminar. I was just starting to garden, and quite frankly I had no idea what a compost was until I saw the ad for the seminar.

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