Getting Started
Get started on your gardening journey with these garden fundamentals, planning tips, and beginner basics.
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How to Connect Drip Irrigation to a Hose Bibb (Spigot or Faucet)
Come learn how to easily connect drip irrigation to a hose bibb (faucet or spigot) to create an efficient, automated system to water your garden, orchard, flower beds or container garden. No plumbing skills required!
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What is Bolting? How to Prevent Plants from Bolting
Have you ever wondered why some plants bolt, flower, or go to seed too early? Come learn what makes plants bolt, if it's a bad thing or not, and six different ways to prevent plants from bolting!
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Transplanting Seedlings Outside: Tips for Success
Come learn when and how to transplant seedlings outside - to grow healthy and productive plants! We'll cover things like hardening off, how to prevent transplant shock, best practices for spacing, amending soil, and more.
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Start Seeds Indoors or Direct Sow (Plant) Seeds Outdoors?
Not sure which seeds to start indoors versus plant outside - otherwise known as "direct sow"? Come learn the pros and cons of each method, along with a list of what vegetable seeds are most suited to start indoors or outdoors,…
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When to Start Seeds: Garden Planting Calendars for Every Zone
Not sure when to start seeds? Use our printable garden planting calendars as a guide for when to start seeds indoors, transplant seedlings outside, or direct sow seeds outdoors - for over a dozen different vegetables, and every USDA hardiness zone!
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16 Best Gardening Books + Other Homestead Guides
One of the best things about gardening is there is ALWAYS something new to learn! Dig into these top 16 gardening books, for beginner's or experienced gardeners alike. I've also included a few of our favorite recipe, natural remedy, and other…
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Gardening Glossary: Terms & Definitions Every Gardener Should Know
Propagation, germination, crop rotation… Hugel-who? Whether you’re new to gardening or simply want to brush up on your garden vocabulary, come learn these common gardening terms that every gardener should know!
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Organic Slug & Snail Control: 10 Ways to Stop Snails or Slugs
Are snails and slugs attacking your garden? Read along to learn 10 ways to organically control snails and slugs, to keep your plants looking fresh and slime-free! We’ll go over preventative measures, manual removal, traps, physical barriers, and organic products to…