Adequate and proper watering can make the difference between lots of vegetables to harvest, a lackluster harvest or none at all. Just like soil and sunlight, water is a key component to successful vegetable gardening. Let’s discuss raised bed watering and how to provide the water your garden needs to thrive.
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Phoenix Gardening Challenges
Every area has it’s unique gardening challenges. In this post we will discuss some common Phoenix, Arizona gardening challenges and how to overcome these challenges so your Arizona garden can flourish.
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Direct Sow or Transplant Which is Best?
Is it better to transplant your sow seeds directly in the ground? Some plants thrive when started indoors and then transplanted, while others prefer to begin their life cycle directly in the soil where they’ll grow. Find out which herbs, vegetables and flowers to direct sow and which one can benefit from transplanting.
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What makes a great tomato companion plant? If you’re just starting out with your garden and looking to grow some delicious, juicy tomatoes, you’re in for a treat. Not only are tomatoes fantastic on their own, but they also love having certain plants around them.
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My mom’s garden was never in neat tidy rows instead she interplanted flowers, herbs and vegetables together. I always thought this was because we didn’t have much space for a garden. It wasn’t until I was an adult I realized she was actually using the principles of companion planting.
Companion gardening has been practiced for thousands of years, so what is it and how does it benefit you?
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What is Your Planting Zone? How to Plant For Your Gardening Zone
We all want our plants and garden to thrive. Whether they thrive, barely survive, or never sprout at all has a lot to with your gardening zone. If you’re new to gardening finding out your gardening zone is extremely helpful.
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