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    In-Ground Gardening

    Organic Fertilizer vs. Synthetic Fertilizer: What’s the Best Choice for Your Vegetable Garden?

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills December 6, 2024November 3, 2024

    Organic Fertilizer vs. Synthetic Fertilizer: What’s the Best Choice for Your Vegetable Garden? When you’re new to gardening, the fertilizer aisle can feel like a maze of options. Organic or synthetic? Liquid or granular? What’s the difference, and which is best for your vegetable garden? Let’s break down both main types of fertilizer. You’ll also…

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    Indoor Gardening

    Indoor Vegetable Gardening for Beginners

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills November 22, 2024December 14, 2024

    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. Indoor Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Indoor vegetable gardening might sound a little intimidating, but it’s a lot easier than you think! Even…

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    In-Ground Gardening | Vegetables

    What Vegetables are Perennials? A Beginner’s Guide

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills November 8, 2024November 3, 2024

    What Vegetables Are Perennials? A Beginner’s Guide If you’re tired of replanting your garden every year, there’s an easier way to live: using perennial vegetables! Unlike the annual vegetables you replant each season, perennials come back year after year with very little work on your end. Once you plant them, they pretty much take care…

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    In-Ground Gardening | Vegetables

    Organic Gardening for Beginners

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills October 25, 2024September 29, 2024

    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. Organic Gardening for Beginners If you’re new to gardening and want to grow your own vegetables, organic gardening might be a great…

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    In-Ground Gardening | Vegetables

    15 Best Vegetables for Beginner Gardeners

    ByAllegra from Here in the Catskills October 11, 2024September 29, 2024

    15 Best Vegetables for Beginner Gardeners Starting a vegetable garden can feel overwhelming if you’ve never grown anything before. I get it—so many plants, tools, and techniques to decide on! But don’t worry, vegetable gardening is much easier than it seems. In fact, with just a few beginner-friendly plants and a little bit of knowledge,…

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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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