Monthly Archives: August 2016

Tip #230: Lasagna Gardening

Lasagna gardening is a method of creating a fertile gardening plot with multiple layers of organic materials. This can include compost, straw, leaves, kitchen scraps, cardboard, top soil, worm castings, etc

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August 26, Henry David Thoreau

Intelligence with the Earth

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Tip #229: Drip Irrigation/Soaker Hoses

Drip irrigation works by laying irrigation tubing from a water source to garden. Soaker hoses are similar to drip irrigation, with the difference being that water gradually seeps out and is emitted throughout the entire length of the hose

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August 19, Teresa Watkins

Bringing a smile to your face in the garden

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Tip #228: Seed Saving 101

By growing plants and saving your own seeds, you can help to play a direct role in our food system and in having a sustainable garden for many years to come

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August 12, Dorothy Frances Gurney

The kiss of sun and the song of birds

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Tip #227: Hybrid Fruit Trees

Hybrid fruit trees are a way to bring new, interesting, and multiple fruit varieties to home gardeners. They can be done through grafting or cross breeding

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August 5, Roy Simonson

Linking sand and clay to life with soil

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Tip #226: Plant Fall Crops

Start your fall crops early and get them planted to enjoy an extended harvest into November and even December.

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