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Garden Plants Poisonous to Cats and Dogs

July 1, 2012

When you're having a good time in the garden, it's natural to want to share the fun with your pets. Unfortunately, there are a lot of common garden plants that are poisonous to cats and dogs. If you have any … Continue reading →

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Homemade Ginger Liqueur

Homemade Ginger Liqueur

January 12, 2012

 Do you grow ginger? Take it to the next level and make ginger liqueur for homemade garden gifts with style. It makes an exotic, unusual gift that's distinctive and delicious. Plus, it's easy to make, easy to bottle, and with … Continue reading →

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Plants that Repel Insects: Radishes

Plants That Repel Insects

December 26, 2011

Growing vegetables and plants that repel insects is an eco-friendly and sustainable way to minimize problems associated with infestations from garden insects and pests. And, whether you have a flower garden or a vegetable garden, there are plenty of bug-repelling … Continue reading →

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Garden Insects Colorado Potato Beetles

5 Common Garden Insects and Pests

December 17, 2011

With so many bugs in the garden, it can be hard to tell the good garden bugs from the bad garden insects and pests. Here are five common garden beasties that you certainly don't want settling into your vegetable garden. … Continue reading →

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Tarragon

Herb Growing Guide: Tarragon

December 17, 2011

Growing tarragon is no small feat. Don't plant tarragon from seed and be sure to taste the actual plant seedlings before you plant it (as flavorless tarragon is surprisingly common). Once you've found a plant with good flavor, cherish it, … Continue reading →

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Parsley

Herb Growing Guide: Parsley

December 17, 2011

Growing parsley is a wonderful way to get this under-appreciated biennial herb on your plate. Slow to germinate but eager to grow once it gets started, fresh parsley is surprisingly tasty, pretty and nutritious.   Growing Parsley Sowing Guide   … Continue reading →

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Sage

Herb Growing Guide: Sage

December 17, 2011

A soft, velvety relative of mint, sage has a smell and flavor that brings home memories of savory Thanksgivings and holiday meals. Growing sage is a heart-warming way to truly bring the holidays home by growing and sharing that which … Continue reading →

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Cilantro

Herb Growing Guide: Cilantro (Coriander)

December 9, 2011

An essential herb for just about every good ethnic dish you've probably ever had, cilantro (also known as coriander) is a fast-growing annual herb with a bright, green flavor that's phenomenal fresh and cooked. It doesn't transplant well though, so … Continue reading →

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How to Grow Chives

Herb Growing Guide: Chives

December 9, 2011

If you're looking for an all-around garden winner, try growing chives. Not only are chives tasty and versatile herbs, they're attractive flowers that attract plenty of beneficial bugs to the garden. Pretty, tasty and relatively fuss-free, chives are a must-have … Continue reading →

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