Field notes & seasonal essays.
Discover expert gardening tips, seasonal advice, and creative solutions for your next gardening project. On our blog, we feature photos and ideas from our own personal growing and homesteading adventures.
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How to Water Your Garden the Right Way in Summer
A practical summer watering guide: water deep not often, time it for the morning, mulch to hold moisture, and read the plant instead of the calendar so your garden thrives through the heat.
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