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Gifts for Gardeners
Here are some suggestions for unique Christmas gifts if you have a gardener in your life. I use most of these items myself, so can recommend them confidently and without hesitation. Many of the items are very low priced, so they would be good for stocking stuffers. Another possibility is to create a gift basket with a …
Organic Weed Control
I have several areas in my garden where the soil is light and fluffy and the weeds that come are easy to pull. I try and spend a few minutes each day pulling or hoeing. It makes the task less daunting. Mulching helps with weed control. A layer of leaves, compost, or aged manure will …
Duck Eggs!
During one of our first years at the farmers market, another vendor was selling ducks. We acquired two for our children. They eventually became a herd, and started laying eggs. We researched the eggs and learned about the differences and the nutritional benefits. Comparison of Duck Eggs to Chicken Eggs The taste of the …
Insect Invasion?
Squash bugs? Cucumber beetles? Squash vine borers? Root maggots? Flea beetles? Cabbage worms? This product will help: Summerweight Garden Fabric 6' x 20'
It also will help keep the rabbits and deer from munching your goodies.
It also will help keep the rabbits and deer from munching your goodies.Row cover for cold protection
Floating row cover is a lightweight blanket for your plants. It’s an easy way to extend your growing season. With row cover, your seeds will germinate faster and the plants will get off to a better start. The highest quality of row cover I’ve found is called Agribon. Agribon is made in several different weights. Agribon 19 offers several degrees of frost protection. I have had 12-15 degrees of protection with this product. Agribon 19 also allows 85% of light transmission. This product is for sale at Amazon.