How To Grow Pumpkins

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Pumpkins are a low growing squash that is easy to grow with rewarding harvests. How To Grow Pumpkins What Kind of Pumpkin Should I Grow There are a few options when selecting the types of pumpkin you want to grow. They come in all shapes and sizes, some even come in colours like white and…

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Composting for Beginners

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Composting for Beginners breaks down the steps to start your own composting program. You have heard the term composting but what exactly does it mean? And how can you put it into action in your yard and garden? We take a deep dive into everything needed when you are considering beginning a compost area. This…

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Composting Methods in The Garden

Composting in your garden is easy to do and beneficial to create nutrient rich soil to put back into the garden! Grow Your Own Food is an information series on Gardening in Canada that covers every aspect of growing your own food at home. I help you every step of the way so that you…

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Cool Weather Crops

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Cool weather crops are  the first parts of the garden we start and are the last sections we harvest. With multiple plantings we can take advantage of all seasons, creating a 4-season garden.   Many crops can tolerate colder weather and soil, and can be planted as early spring vegetables or started late in the…

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