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Bare Root Trees and Shrubs Buyer’s Guide
Bare root trees and shrubs are deciduous plants that are sold and planted without soil around their roots. Bare root plants are sold and planted during the time of the year when deciduous plants are dormant, usually winter and early spring. To survive bare roots must be planted before they break dormancy and begin to […] More
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Seed Starting Mix Buyer’s Guide
Seed starting mixes are lightweight soil substitutes used for germinating seeds. Seed starting mixes commonly contain no soil, they are moisture retentive, and they are usually sterile having been exposed to high temperature to kill off bacteria. Seed starting mixes are sometimes called soilless mixes. Having the right seed starting mix can be crucial for […] More
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Potting Soil Buyer’s Guide
Potting soil is a vital component for successful gardening. Choosing the right potting soil can significantly impact the growth and health of your plants. In this potting soil buyer’s guide, we will explore the basics of potting soil to help you make an informed decision. First, it is important to understand that potting soil is […] More
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Vegetable Seed Buyer’s Guide
Vegetable gardening is a rewarding and enjoyable hobby that allows you to grow your own fresh produce right at home. This guide will help you choose the right seeds for your garden and ensure a successful harvest. One of the first steps in starting your vegetable garden is selecting the right seeds to sow. With […] More
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Peat Pot Buyer’s Guide
Peat pots are small pots made from compressed peat and wood fiber and sometimes fertilizer. Peat pots are used for starting seeds, usually with sterile soilless mixes. Peat pots are biodegtradable and can be planted directly into the garden when the seedling is ready, avoiding transpant shock as well as the work of repoting. Peat […] More
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Seedling Heat Mat Buyer’s Guide
Seedling heat mats provide consistent, gentle bottom heat essential to good seed germination. Heat mats are also known as seed heat mats or propagation heat mats. Heat mats are basically two rubber mats with electric heating wires sandwiched between them. Commonly the wires of a seedling heat mat attach to a thermostat that is in […] More
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Garden Gloves Buyer’s Guide
Garden gloves are an essential tool for any avid gardener. They not only protect your hands from cuts, scrapes, and blisters but also provide an extra layer of insulation against harsh weather conditions and harmful chemicals. With so many options available on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right pair for your […] More
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Raised Bed Buyer’s Guide
Raised beds are popular among gardeners for good reason. These elevated gardening systems offer a host of benefits, making them a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. With their ability to improve drainage, soil structure, and accessibility, raised beds provide an ideal environment for growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, and even small shrubs. […] More
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Grow Light Buyer’s Guide
A grow light is an artificial light source that mimics the natural sunlight required for plants to thrive. Grow lights are also known as plant lights or propagation lights. Grow lights are important for indoor seed starting and plant growing. They allow for the growth of a wide range of plants regardless of the available […] More
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Trowel Buyer’s Guide
A trowel is a small, narrow, hand-held metal scoop used for small digging jobs, such as digging holes for flower and vegetrable transplants. Trowels are used while you kneel or sit. Trowels are commonly made from one piece of cast metal or a metal blade with a plastic or wooden handle. Trowels have various blade […] More
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Row Cover Buyer’s Guide
A row cover is a lightweight, translucent fabric or plastic cover used to protect plants from inclement weather and pests. Row covers are also know as fabric row covers and floating row covers. Row covers are commonly sheets or rolls of spun-bonded polyster material that can be easily rolled or draped over a row of […] More
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Garden Cloche and Hot Cap Buyer’s Guide
Garden cloches — also called hot caps — are plastic, fabric, or glass covers than function as mini greenhouses to protect individual plants from inclement weather or pests. Hot caps are effective at deterring frost on chilly nighs and warming plants on cold days. They can also be used to protect plants from insect or […] More
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