Gardening

Grow Saffron – The World’s Most Expensive Spice in Your Garden

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Saffron is a beautiful spice that brings flavor to countless dishes and recipes. But did you know that you can grow your own saffron? In the world of gardening, there’s a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered – saffron, the most valuable spice in the world. Luxurious Appeal of Saffron Saffron’s culinary expertise is legendary,

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Birth Month Flowers: How To Plant A Family Garden

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Design a landscape that’s meaningful and memorable for you and your loved ones by planting your family’s birth month flowers. Categorized by month and blooming conditions, birth flowers hold a special meaning similar to birthstones and zodiac signs. Many believe they can represent your personality, emotions, and relationships — helping you form a deeper connection

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The Great “Cottagecore” Garden Trend

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“Cottagecore” is a beloved, long-standing trend centered around the natural beauty of country life. Otherwise known as “farmcore,” “countrycore,” and “prairecore,” cottagecore pays homage to the English countryside where tending to the garden, drying clothes on the line, and mending garments is done at a leisurely pace amid the smell of fresh-baked bread and wildflowers

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How To Grow Delicious Oyster Mushrooms

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Are you fascinated by the idea of growing your own mushrooms? If so, we recommend starting with the oyster mushroom variety — especially pink oyster mushrooms. Growing mushrooms isn’t as difficult as you may have heard. You don’t need a biology degree or any complicated equipment. Everyone can do it! Pink oyster mushrooms taste like

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9 Flowers That Make Great Companion Plants

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There are many benefits to planting flowers alongside your herbs and vegetables. Companion planting reduces pests, increases food yield, and boosts pollination. Learn how to beautifully maximize the use of your space, prevent weed growth, and even improve the quality of your soil in the following article. 4 Reasons To Plant Flowers And Herbs Near

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How To Have A Pollinator Party Pre-Game!

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National Seed Swap Day is a great opportunity to trade seeds, share knowledge, and meet new friends! Beat the winter blues by organizing a get-together on the last Saturday of January (when National Seed Swap Day is traditionally observed). Here are some ideas to get growing! We also share some important information about heirloom seeds

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Plowing Ahead: Check Out These Odd And Out-Of-The-Box alternative Crops

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Some farmers are content with milking cows or growing corn and soybeans. But what if you want to try your hand at producing a more unusual crop or agricultural product? We looked far and wide for the weirdest, wildest, and most-trailblazing 21st century options for the nontraditional farmhand. Here’s what we found. Can You Stand

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All About Apples with Kaitlyn Jill Thornton

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Hey FA readers! When we asked you which fall flavor you loved more: pumpkins or apples, we were pleasantly surprised to hear you say apples! To honor your interest, we contacted an expert to answer your frequently asked questions and to learn about newer varieties like Cosmic Crisp! Read on to learn more about apples

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How to Avoid A Skin Rash In The Garden

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Have you ever had a skin rash after weeding or harvesting in the garden? Some plants and fruits can cause painful dermatitis. We are calling attention to one kind of skin rash here so that you can know how to avoid it. It’s called “Margarita burn” or Phytophotodermatitis (Phyto-photo dermatitis). While it may sound like

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