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When the Gardener Goes on Vacation, What Happens to the Plants?

Ruth Dobsevage, editor | June 21st, 2009

You're going to be away for a week or two this summer, but you don't want your garden to run wild. Get tips to tide your garden over until you return.

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Gardening Tip: Watering on the Cheap

Ruth Dobsevage, editor | June 2nd, 20095 comments

From fridge to garden: Plastic milk jugs find new life as watering cans.

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The Sludge Report: Using Recycled Municipal Wastewater Solids as a Soil Amendment

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | March 14th, 2009

Should you put compost derived from wastewater solids on your kitchen garden? The answers are hard to come by, but the questions are worth asking.

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Video: Build a Rain Barrel

Vegetable Gardener, editor | February 16th, 2009

Reduce run-off problems and save money on your water bill and avoid community watering restriction by collecting your own rainwater in this easy rain barrel. Your plants will like the natural water without irritating additives like fluoride or iron.

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How and When to Water Your Garden

KitchenGardener Magazine, archive | August 5th, 2008

Quench your plants' thirst without overdoing it. By getting to know your soil, keeping water where it needs to be, and knowing when to get out the hose, you can effectively water your garden and save money, too.

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Video: Plant an Easy-to-Water Strawberry Jar

Vegetable Gardener, editor | May 13th, 2008

Keeping the soil in strawberry jars evenly moist can be challenging. Most jars are made of clay, which tends to dry out easily, and they're usually positioned in the sunniest spot in the garden. Watch this video to learn how to plant an easy-to-water strawberry jar.

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