Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

Every January we are inundated with seed, plant and flower catalogs. Here are some tips for you to consider when buying seeds, bulbs, roots or plants from a catalog or online source. Luscious strawberries, ripe juicy peaches, beautiful tulips, smoke trees, pine trees , oak trees, bleeding heart plants, house plants – everything.

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Motherhood Moments

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

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. There’s also a desire across all age groups to grow sustainably, become more self-sufficient, and build community.”

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Flowers and Plants Gardening Garden Home and Garden 100

For the Mommas

APRIL 2, 2021

Hydroponics Growing System ONLY $59.99 (Reg $79.99). Hydroponics Growing System, Indoor Herb Garden Starter Kit with LED Grow Light is on sale for $79.99 Plants growing in the nutrient water faster than soil. Plus we have an additional $20 off coupon to use on this deal, that will make the final price just $59.99

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2015

There are few healthier and better ways to save money than organically growing your own fruit and vegetables in your own garden. Remember, even if you do not have garden beds you can grow vegetables in garden boxes, but be sure to keep them in a location that has plenty of sun and is sheltered from heavy winds. Types of plants to grow.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 27, 2023

The Stanford Inn by The Sea is a luxury, plant-based eco-resorts overlooking the majestic Mendocino Coast. Features a full complement of experienctial and exploratory classes plant-based food preparation Has its own farms and a farming staff that teaches classes in growing food.

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Green Plants Whole Foods Wellness 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2015

I’m starting to grow an indoor herb garden, but I also want to be able to grow certain vegetables, even though I’m in an apartment. Our apartment has a balcony and I’ve been formulating a plan for growing a few things when spring comes around. This is where the balcony container garden comes in handy.

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Growing Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants 100

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 26, 2024

I planted some green onion ends I saved the root ends of two green onions that were in my veggie drawer, let them sit in water for a day or two, and then stuck them in the dirt in one of my outside pots, where they will grow new green onion tops.

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For the Mommas

MAY 1, 2023

Amazon: Laugh & Learn Grow-the-Fun Garden to Kitchen ONLY $52 (Reg $97) Amazon has Laugh & Learn Grow-the-Fun Garden to Kitchen for ONLY $52 (Reg $97) with free shipping. Mini chefs can whip up all sorts of healthy eats with “fresh” foods from the garden! Gather eggs from the chicken, and drop them down the chute.

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Gardening Garden Growing Kitchen 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 7, 2011

Nutrient-rich soil will help to grow healthy, strong vegetables. For beginners, a 10-foot square garden will provide adequate room for a variety of vegetable plants. If you plan on having a wide variety of plants, just make your plot larger. You are now ready to plant your seeds. You do not need a very large area.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 17, 2021

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Grow-The-Fun Garden Play Kitchen ONLY $39 (Reg $80). Walmart has this amazing offer where you can score Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Grow-The-Fun Garden Play Kitchen for ONLY $39, down from $80 with Free Shipping. Features: Age Range: 18 to 36 Months. ?Two-sided, Join 45,000+ subscribers!

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Fisher Price Growing Gardening Garden 59

Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Get ready to see hiking trails, dog parks, outdoor eateries, green concert spaces, community gardens, pollinator plantings, playgrounds, rooftop gardens and terraces, and more in communities that expand and revitalize. Homeowners will continue to plant with wildlife in mind. Yard maintenance grows smarter.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 28, 2017

The automotive supplier's new Liuzhou plant will expand the company's manufacturing capabilities, as well as meet growing demands of the China and Asia-Pacific markets. Read: Nexteer Breaks Ground On New Manufacturing Plant In China at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 8, 2014

If it grows, I’m beyond happy!). 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).

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

After I had kids, I swapped that time to growing all sorts of interesting heirloom foods in my backyard. I designed everything, built the cedar beds from scratch, put up wire fencing, built vertical growing structures, and hauled in the soil. We share our home with a 70lb rescued mutt. Enjoying some outdoor time.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 14, 2014

Easy Plant Food Recipes with Three Ingredients or Less. Could your plants and flowers use a little pick me up? If so, it sounds like your plants are hungry for a snack, and the perfect plant food can do the trick. In fact, you can make your own plant food in just minutes and using items right from your own kitchen.

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Plants Flowers and Plants Recipes Food 103

Couponing 101

APRIL 30, 2013

Head on over to The Thrifty Couple to learn how to grow your own pineapples from leftover pineapple tops. It does take a couple years for the plant to produce a pineapple, but it sounds like a fun experiment! Daily Frugal Tip: Grow Your Own Pineapples is a post from Couponing 101. Here’s a cool idea!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 16, 2013

If you want to improve your health and your sustainability, one of the best ways is to grow a garden. Starting small gives you the chance to get to know some of the best techniques for growing your garden, and it can prevent you from becoming overwhelmed. Grow Easy Items First. Create a Schedule. Make a Plan.

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Gardening Garden Plants Growing 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 19, 2013

You were going to save a bundle on your grocery bill by growing your own vegetables and herbs. Instead, you broke your budget buying every gadget from the big box gardening store – not to mention the pricier mature plants and the chemicals to make them grow faster and produce more. Grow Heirlooms And Save Their Seeds.

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Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants Money 202

For the Mommas

APRIL 19, 2016

Spring Planting Season – Get Ready with Miracle-Gro® Potting Mix. Do you dream of big, beautiful flowers on your front porch or juicy tomatoes growing on your patio? This premium potting soil for indoor and outdoor containers is the best way to grow plants twice as big versus unfed plants. ReadySetGro.

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Plants Flowers and Plants Growing Goals 40

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 17, 2011

I was able to plant my herbs in my square foot garden on Monday, before the rains came in. I have always planted parsley and rosemary, but this year I added a few more. What herbs do you grow in your garden? My veggies will have to wait another day. I expanded my herbs this year. I'll be sure to write about it.

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Gardening Garden Growing Plants 127

Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 23, 2011

I posted this earlier on Facebook – but wanted to let you all know that Lowe’s has tomato and pepper plants on sale today for only $.50 My Lowe’s had a variety of tomato plants (including cherry tomatoes, which grow really well!) and pepper plants: jalapeno, green, and orange bell pepper.

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Plants Gardening Garden Converse 77

Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

I know it is still a tad early for plants outside, since we may have a few more cold spells, but it is perfect timing to plant seeds in doors. This will be my 3rd garden ( I took last year off since I was due in May with my baby girl) and I’m so looking forward to the fresh vegetables and herbs we will be growing! And it did!

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Plants Gardening Garden Home and Garden 79

Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 16, 2012

The Everything Grow Your Own Vegetables Book FREE Download. Don’t miss this FREEBIE – Right now you can get The Everything Grow Your Own Vegetables Book: Your Complete Guide to planting, tending, and harvesting vegetables Kindle Book for FREE (normally $15.95). 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids.

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Grow Your Own Growing Plants Gardening 83

For the Mommas

MAY 8, 2020

If your mom spends all her free time seeding, planting, and weeding. Help her grow her plant collection with this set of 12 unique succulents. Amazon has 1 2 Unique Collection of Live Succulent Plants for $29.99 All Shop Succulents packs include a plant reference guide (QR Code) in every package. .

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Collectibles Amazon Plants Growing 59

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 12, 2012

Burpee’s, Henry Fields, Stark Brothers, K Van Bourgondien & Sons, Van Enselen inc, John Scheepers Inc, Gurney’s, Henry Field’s, and Jung Seeds & Plants have all arrived in our mailbox (we are on a lot of lists!). Sure – take a look at the catalogs or online sites selling plants and seeds. Plan your garden.

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Flowers and Plants Gardening Garden Frugal 185

For the Mommas

DECEMBER 2, 2015

Creativitiy for Kids – Grow ‘n Glow Terrarium $11.29 Head on over to Amazon now and get this Creativitiy for Kids – Grow ‘n Glow Terrarium for $11.29 (Reg $14.99) Only! A Plant MISTER for keeping your terrarium plants watered. Your kids will love this! 2 RESIN FIGURES, a bunny and toadstools.

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Growing Kids Plants Gardening 40

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 19, 2011

Cantaloupe is one of my most favorite things to grow in the garden. In years past, the plants took over my garden and spilled into the yard , so I changed my planting strategy for the melons this year and planted upward , not at ground level. The plants looks healthy and there are at least 5 melons growing.

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Gardening Garden Plants Growing 149

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2012

As the heat of summer passes, consider moving plants that may be at risk during winter in their current location. Decide what you are going to plant for spring display, based on previous successes. This is also the time to plant out spring flowering bulbs and bare rooted shrubs and trees. Winter watering.

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Flowers and Plants Gardening Garden Plants 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2012

More and more people like myself are returning to the joy of growing vegetables, herbs and even eggs right in their own backyards. Admittedly, he has a huge garden of 1600 square feet but he was able to grow a huge $2,000 of vegetables in just one season! This means that you use natural products to feed and protect the plants.

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Gardening Garden Health Home and Garden 267

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

You will learn which plants can grow together without competing for the same resources, as well as how to use companion planting to reduce pests and improve soil quality. Instead of just being presented with charts and lists, you will find out how to plant and maintain several companion gardening projects from the ground up.

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Plants Hobby Girls Growing 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2014

Growing up, I remember my mom always sending me out to the composting bin with a bucket full of (what I thought was) gross bits and pieces of food waste. Composting is a great way to help your plants grow. Composted material can be used as a fertilizer, a soil, and a plant food. Uses for Composted Material. Go Green'

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Compost Composting Home and Garden Plants 222

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2016

Tip # 1 – Go thrifty on seeds and plants. If you buy organic non-hybrid fruits or vegetables, you can save your seeds and plant them, year after year. Potatoes, Jerusalem artichokes and horseradish can all be propagated by taking a cutting from the tuber and planting it.” Grow sprouts on a tuber. Use cuttings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

This compound can be found in many plants , some of which can be commonly found growing nearby. Salicylic acid is astringent, but so are other plant constituents, like tannins. While many plants contain salicylic acid, or tannins, or sometimes both, not all of them are suitable for use.

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Flowers and Plants Frugal Plants Growing 183

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 15, 2014

Here are some ideas that may work for you: Grow a Garden. If you have a little plot of land, consider growing a garden. If even a small garden isn’t an option, consider planting a container garden. I plan to do that this summer and plant some herbs as well as some lettuce and a tomato plant.

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Home and Garden Rent Growing Gardening 216

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Hang onto plants for winter greenery. Save your plants over the winter and avoid spending more money in spring. Plants in the house not only provide decoration but are also healthy. Use free plants to landscape. After the leaves dye down, dig up the bulbs and re-plant in the fall. Get Growing Go Frugal'

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Money Plants Home and Garden Painting 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 17, 2014

We planted our first in-the-ground vegetable garden this year. When we moved into our new house, we were so excited to get some vegetables growing on the property. The previous person who lived here owned a nursery, so there are a whole bunch of beautiful plants and flowering shrubs all around the property. There was a.

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Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants Plants 202

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2020

I planted parsley last year and forgot about it after the growing season was over. When I went out to start cleaning my garden to prepare for this year, I found a beautiful parsley plant. We use the bacon fat in place of butter or oil for eggs and sauteed dishes. I’ve never had this happen.

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