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25 Fruit Trees That Grow In Shade [They Will Surprise You!]

Fruit trees that grow in the shade! Many homesteaders think that if they want a fruit tree in their yard, they need a spacious and sunny space for the tree to spread its roots. But that’s not always the case! There…

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10 Best Companion Plants for Artichokes [Complete Guide]

When planting artichokes, mix in some good companion plants to help them grow well and ward off pests. And to bolster your veggie harvest! In this artichoke companion planting guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about what…

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10 Delicious Tips for Growing Cherry Tomatoes In Pots

Cherry tomatoes are a delicious and versatile addition to any garden or kitchen. And they can be grown indoors or out. We’ll share our best tips for growing cherry tomatoes in pots! So – if you are looking for a…

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14 Best Zucchini Companion Plants [and 6 Bad Ones!]

We all love the summer squash – zucchini, don’t we? Companion planting helps your zucchini perform at its very best – and here are 14 of the best zucchini companion plants to make it happen. We’ve also included 6 companion plants…

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How to Grow and When to Harvest Lima Bean Plants From Seed

How to grow lima beans and when to harvest them! Many homesteaders are looking to grow more varied crops in larger quantities to counteract the effects of global food price increases. We’re all familiar with the more common types of…

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How to Harvest and Dry Elderberries [3 Best Ways!]

Elderberries are a delicious and marvelous ingredient from the wild larder. Whether you grow them or find them growing wild in your area, learning to harvest and dry them can be a great idea.  In this guide – we remove all…

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10 Best Vegetables for Alberta [With Advice for Cold Weather Gardens]

Alberta’s winters may be harsh enough to freeze your eyelashes! But in the summer, attentive gardeners can still grow a breathtaking backyard bounty worthy of bragging rights. We’re going to show you how. Let’s discuss the do’s and don’ts for cool-climate gardening…