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How to Learn About Gardening in a New Locale

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I was born and raised in the Midwest, primarily in Michigan and Illinois. I’ve been trying my hand at gardening for the last 15 years, though in a very amateur way. (If 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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Thrifty gardening Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As I was doing some yard work a couple of days ago, I noticed my neighbor tilling up a vegetable garden spot in his back yard – a sure sign of spring! Here are 4 thrifty gardening tips for you if you are planning a garden this year. Tip # 1 – Go thrifty on seeds and plants. Trade for plants and seeds.

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The Intermittent Blogger Returns.

Frugal Luxuries

A garden is a grand teacher. Mike and I currently are in the process of building our own raised bed planters.thanks to Chris''s influence.and will post photos when they''re planted and producing! And the plants agree: they want more water. Gertrude Jekyll Chris Long.an associate for the Home Depot stores.is of your labor?