I have mentioned before how we accidentally poisoned our garden. It was from a carryover herbicide hiding in manure and hay. An innocent enough additive

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I have tried to be a vegetarian, really. I once tried in college but the allure of bacon was like a siren’s song that could

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For many avid gardeners, the growing season does not end with the arrival of the first frost in the autumn. Those who make cool season

Window boxes are not just for colorful flowers to enhance your home’s exterior. They are also great for vegetable and herb gardens. If outdoor space

I’m spoiled. My home is 25 miles (40 km.) southeast of Los Angeles, 15 miles (24 km.) northwest of the Pacific Ocean, and – like

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