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How We’re Saving Money On Water Even Though We Live in the Desert

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Landscape with plants that have a low water requirement. Then we can reuse the water to water our garden. Reuse gray water. Plant our garden where it receives some shade. We planted our garden close enough to one of the trees that it receives some shade during the day. In fact, Tucson averages just 11.3

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5 Tips for the Beginning Gardener

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As you become more experienced with gardening, and as your confidence improves, you can plant a bigger garden. Some plants that are generally easy to grow for most people include tomatoes, green beans, various squash, peas, potatoes, and certain herbs. Rather than planting your seeds outside, plant them inside.

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Guerrilla Gardening And Seed Bombing

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Coined in 1973 by Liz Christy and her Green Guerrilla group in New York City, guerrilla gardening uses “seed grenades” as a way of introducing vegetation to empty lots in NYC in order to make the city look better. Sure, people do actually plant some of them, but I think throwing them is much more fun. Plan a mission.

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60+ Frugal Tips To Help You Save Money!

Saving Everyday

Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom. 15 Ways to Save Money Every Day by Frugal Living Mom. Frugal Tip | Compare Prices On Large Purchases. 5 Ways to Save Money In The Home by Living A Frugal Life. Saving $100 is the same as making $100!

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60+ Frugal Tips To Help You Save Money!

Saving Everyday

Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom. 15 Ways to Save Money Every Day by Frugal Living Mom. Frugal Tip | Compare Prices On Large Purchases. 5 Ways to Save Money In The Home by Living A Frugal Life. Saving $100 is the same as making $100!

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10 Uses for Orange Peels

Saving Cents With Sense

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! Why not reuse and save some money! #1 Oranges are in season right now and you may have noticed that they are a great price at the grocery store!

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10 Uses for Orange Peels

Saving Cents With Sense

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! Why not reuse and save some money! #1 Oranges are in season right now and you may have noticed that they are a great price at the grocery store!

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