Growing Vegetables in a Greenhouse

March 7, 2009

Vegetables can be grown year round even in cooler climates if you have a greenhouse.  A warm greenhouse is heated during the cold months and should maintain a minimum temperature of 55 degrees F.  Obviously this is a costly option for those in particularly cold climates, as natural gas and heating oil used to heat [...]

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Transplanting Tomato Plants

March 5, 2009

After you have started your tomato seedlings indoors you must take the proper steps to allow for a hassle free transfer to the outdoors.  Commonly this process is known as hardening off.  The plants you have grown are used to a nice controlled climate, and must get accustomed to the more severe temperatures of the [...]

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How to Start Vegetables from Seeds

February 28, 2009

Many people often ask whether it is worth while to start your vegetables from seeds or to just simply buy seedlings from your local nursery.  I feel you should start your vegetables from seeds for several reasons.  The first benefit is you can choose any variety that you would like and are not limited to [...]

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How to Choose a Location for your Garden

February 26, 2009

While many people don’t have the luxury of selecting the perfect spot for their garden in their yard, you should at least choose the best possible location for your garden.  The main factors you must be aware of when choosing a location are the amount of sunlight the area receives, the drainage of the area, [...]

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How to Start a Vegetable Garden

February 24, 2009

The first thing you must do is decide what type of vegetables you would like to grow.  Obviously you prefer the taste of some vegetables over others, therefore you should devote your hard work to things you will enjoy.  Make a list of all the different types of vegetables you want, and see if the [...]

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Vegetable Gardening Resources

February 22, 2009

I will begin publishing great tips and information on how you can have the best garden possible.  I will cover vegetable gardening as well as growing your own fruit.  If you would like a question answered or more information on a topic, please leave a comment, and I’ll see if I can accomodate your request.

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