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April 5, 2013
- in Green Home , Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
Success Tips for Hardening Off Seedlings
Moving from an indoor environment to an outdoor one is a very big adjustment for a plant. After all, in your home or greenhouse, the temperature is constant, watering is regular, and there is no wind nos pests to contend with. Outdoors, on the other hand, plants confront wind, extreme temperatures, animals, and other harsh […]
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April 4, 2013
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Five Strategies for Stopping Stress before It Starts to Overwhelm You
Some stress is inevitable, and all of it is not bad. But when stress overwhelms you and affects your quality of life, it’s gone too far. And sometimes, when stress gets to that point, it’s hard to turn things around. It’s said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and it’s […]
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April 3, 2013
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How to Control Stinging Insects in and around Your Home
Controlling stinging insects in and around your home is certainly a challenge, but it’s not impossible. Stinging insects pose a threat to people and animals, so getting rid of them is important for preventing injury. There is quite a variety of stinging insects, and different methods apply to different types. Therefore, the important first step […]
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April 2, 2013
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Quick and Easy Steps for Starting Seeds Indoors
I’ve vowed to grow vegetables this year. Yes, this is coming from the woman whose house is “where plants come to die.” I’m particularly interested in growing food that’s not GMO — which means I need to learn to grow from seed — and not waste those heirloom seeds I buy. Does starting seeds indoors […]
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April 1, 2013
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How to Use the Internet to Plan Your Garden
Winter’s taking a long time leaving us, and Spring seems to be shy this year. But that doesn’t mean you can’t start planning your garden yet. In fact, one of the fun things about gardening is you can start planning even while it’s snowing! And nowadays it’s gotten a lot easier and more fun, thanks […]
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