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    In-Ground Gardening

    How to Apply Fertilizer to a Vegetable Garden

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills September 26, 2025July 14, 2025

    How to Apply Fertilizer to a Vegetable Garden Fertilizing your vegetable garden might sound like a lot at first, but it’s really just about giving your plants the nutrients they need to thrive. This guide walks you through all the basics of how to apply fertilizer to a vegetable garden, so even as a beginner,…

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    Composting for Beginners: How to Start Composting for a Vegetable Garden

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills September 19, 2025July 14, 2025

    Composting for Beginners: How to Start Composting for a Vegetable Garden If you’re new to gardening—or even if you’ve been at it for a few seasons—you may not be sure how to compost, or even if composting for beginners makes sense. After all, depending on the size of your backyard, you probably don’t want a…

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    Garden Fertilizers for Vegetables: Beginner’s Guide

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills September 12, 2025July 12, 2025

    Any Amazon links below are affiliate links, which means I earn a commission at no cost to you if you click and finalize an order. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Garden Fertilizers for Vegetables: Beginner’s Guide If you’re just getting started with vegetable gardening, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by fertilizer choices….

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    17 Large Low-Light Indoor Plants: Tall Trees & More

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills September 5, 2025September 6, 2025

    17 Large Low-Light Indoor Plants: Tall Trees & More Got a dark corner that feels a little too empty? A big, leafy houseplant can make a huge difference—adding life, color, and texture without demanding a sunny window. While many large plants do prefer brighter conditions, some are surprisingly content to live their best life in…

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  • Gardening journal ideas, including this printed spiral bound journal containing a plant record with a smaller handwritten note with garden layout on it
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    Gardening Journal Ideas for a Vegetable Garden

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills August 29, 2025July 5, 2025

    Gardening Journal Ideas for a Vegetable Garden Keeping a garden journal might not be the first thing you think of when you’re digging in the dirt, but it’s one of the most useful habits you can add—especially for vegetable gardens. I’ve put together a list of gardening journal ideas to help you start logging and…

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Hi, I’m Allegra! I share low-maintenance vegetable gardening tips for busy people, helping you grow fresh produce while saving time and energy. You'll also find tips on flower and herb gardening, indoor plant care, birding, recipes, and more in the archives! Learn more...

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