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White Spots on Zucchini or Melon Leaves: Variegation vs Mildew (Photos)
If you see white spots on the leaves of your zucchini, squash, or melon plants, don’t fret! Come learn all about white markings on cucurbit plants - including how to tell the difference between natural variegation or powdery mildew, and how…
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Uplifting Spring Playlist 2023 ~ Homestead and Chill
The sun is shining, birds are chirping, flowers blooming, bees a buzzin', and music fills the air... After a long wet winter here in California, these 130 chill and uplifting tunes are what's currently filling my soul. I hope you enjoy…
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Male or Female Chicks? 5 Ways to Tell the Difference
Are you wondering if a chick is a rooster or a hen? Read along to learn about sexing chicks - with 5 ways to tell the difference between male and female chicks. Handy reference chart and photos included!
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How to Grow and Support Cucumber Plants (Cucumber Trellis Ideas)
Nothing says summer like cool, crisp, refreshing homegrown cukes! Come learn how to grow, harvest, and preserve cucumbers - including tips to maximize space, yield, and success with several cucumber trellis ideas.
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50+ Great Gopher Resistant Plants for California & Beyond
Got gophers? Here is a list of over 50 gopher resistant plants for your landscape, including many drought tolerant and California native plants! We'll also talk about non-toxic gopher control methods like gopher cages.
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Bitter Broth? How to Prevent or Fix Bitter Vegetable Broth (Stock)
Have you made your own broth or stock, but it ended up tasting bitter? Come learn ingredients to use (or avoid) to make the best-tasting homemade vegetable broth, plus easy ways to fix or save bitter broth to reduce bitterness!
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How to Make Salve or Balms 101: Simple Flexible Recipe
Learn how to make salve or balms with a simple flexible recipe, including various oil and wax options, using herb-infused oil, essential oils, butters, and more. Once you know the basics, the options to be creative are endless!
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Calming Chamomile: How to Grow, Harvest, Dry and Use Chamomile
Chamomile is a wonderful medicinal herb and companion plant for your garden! Come learn how to grow chamomile from seed or seedlings - including the various types, medicinal benefits, and how to harvest, dry, and use it for tea, balms and…