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7 Common Tree-transplant Mistakes

Crops & Gardening
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When updating your farm landscape with trees and shrubs, avoid making these transplanting faux pas to ensure your plants thrive.

Orchid Care

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I got an email from a friend a few days ago telling me that her husband bought her an orchid plant for Christmas. She has always wanted one but has no clue how to take care of it.

Using Wood Ash in the Garden

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We've been busy trying to stay warm here in western Pennsylvania and have been enjoying many fires in our fireplace. As a result, we have a lot of wood ash.

Overwintering Annuals

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I trust everyone had a wonderful holiday and is looking forward to a stellar 2013 gardening season. I know I am.

My New Favorite Clematis

Crops & Gardening
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Do you think Santa might bring you a new arbor or trellis or pergola for Christmas? Well, if he does, I've got the plant for you!

Garden Scare: Harlequin Bug

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I was out in the garden the other afternoon with my son who, for some unknown reason, decided he wanted to plant some seeds.

Pests and High Tunnels

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While high tunnels are great for season extension and disease prevention, think twice about how they affect pests.

7 Crop Record-Keeping Charts

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By keeping accurate and detailed farm records, you’ll be on your way to a successful harvest.

Dutch Squash

Crops & Gardening | Urban Farming |
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Although the taxonomy of squash confuses me sometimes, I can still figure out which squash flourishes in my little area.

Warming Up to Double Flowers

Crops & Gardening
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I'm generally not a fan of double flowers, showy varieties with extra petals. I think they look a bit over the top (read: fancy) for my cottage-style garden.

How to Grow Beans

Crops & Gardening
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If you’re looking to grow a protein powerhouse in your garden this year, a wealth of heirloom-bean varieties are available for the picking.

Wild Fennel

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Wild fennel is available in most Italian markets.

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