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Plant Care and Growing Guides

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Gardening | Growing Methods | Plant Care and Growing Guides

The Best Mulch for Strawberries & Easy Mulching Guide

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Gardening | Plant Care and Growing Guides

Tomatoes 101

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Gardening | Plant Care and Growing Guides

Hardiness Zones? Days to Maturity? A few of our experts’ go-to resources 

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Gardening | Plant Care and Growing Guides

How Long Does Basil Take to Grow? A Complete Basil Growing Guide

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Gardening | Plant Care and Growing Guides

How to Grow Pumpkins Vertically on a Trellis: Growing Guide

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Gardening | Plant Care and Growing Guides

How Long Does it Take to Grow Potatoes: A Complete Guide

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Gardening | Plant Care and Growing Guides

The Lazy Gardner’s Approach to Planting Potatoes

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  • About
  • Sourdough
    • Beginner Sourdough
    • Sourdough Bread Recipes
    • Sourdough Discard Recipes
    • Sweet Sourdough Recipes
    • Sourdough Baking Guide (From Scratch, for Real Life)
  • From Scratch Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Simmer Pot Recipes
  • Bread Making
    • Bread Basics & Techniques
    • Fresh Milled Flour Baking
      • Fresh-Milled Flour Guide: When to Grind, Bake, and Choose the Best Grains
    • Yeasted Breads
  • Gardening
    • Plant Care and Growing Guides
    • Growing Methods
  • Garden to Table Cooking
    • Spring Recipes
    • Summer Recipes
    • Fall Recipes
    • Winter Recipes
    • Preserving the Harvest
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