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Meet Lagoona: A sweet companion ready for her forever home 🐾
Meet Lagoona, a sweet and serene 7-month-old Redbone Coonhound mix, who’s all heart and cuddles. As her foster parent, I can tell you...
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Oct 27, 20241 min read
The Legend of the Stark Jumbo Apple: A Lost Giant of the Orchard
Today, I had the pleasure of meeting a fascinating man at work who brought in a treat—a 2-pound apple! A Taste of History The Stark...
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Oct 14, 20242 min read
Fall Bulb Planting: Spring Flowers to Plant Now
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, fall is the perfect time to prepare for a vibrant spring garden. Planting...
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Oct 10, 20243 min read
October: Cover Crops to Plant
As the leaves change and the air gets crisper, October is the perfect time to think about planting cover crops in your Ogden garden....
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Oct 10, 20242 min read
Castor Bean Oil Plant
Welcome to our garden blog! Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of the castor bean oil plant ( Ricinus communis ). Known for...
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Oct 10, 20242 min read
Discover Cotton at Ogden Botanical Gardens: A Guide to Growing Your Own
Welcome to our garden blog! We’re thrilled to share an exciting feature at the Ogden Botanical Gardens in Ogden, Utah—they’re growing...
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Oct 3, 20243 min read
Keep Planting: Your ultimate Fall Gardening Guide
As summer fades and autumn arrives, many gardeners may think it’s time to pack it in for the year. But hold onto your trowels—there’s...
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Oct 3, 20243 min read
A Day in the Life of Lavender Marshmallow: Tales from the Land of Marshmallows
Welcome to the magical world of Lavender Marshmallow, your favorite fluffy Samoyed. ( Land of Marshmallows ), you know that Lavender is...
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Aug 31, 20242 min read
Meet Lavender ( Land of Marshmallows )
🌟 Meet Our Newest Family Member: A Samoyed Named Marshmallow! 🌟 Hey everyone! We are thrilled to introduce you to the newest, fluffiest...
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Aug 4, 20241 min read
Container Gardening - Growing a Garden in Small Spaces
Hello, fellow gardeners and urban dwellers! Today, we're exploring the exciting world of container gardening, a fantastic way to bring...
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Jul 10, 20242 min read
Creating a Wildlife-Friendly Garden
Hello, fellow gardeners and nature lovers! Today, we're exploring the wonderful world of creating a garden that not only delights the eye...
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Jul 10, 20242 min read
Seed Saving Adventure with Mustard Seeds!
Greetings, fellow gardeners! Today, we're diving into the world of seed saving, focusing on the humble yet versatile mustard plant....
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Jul 10, 20243 min read
Seed Saving Guide for Peas!
Hello, fellow gardeners! Today, let's delve into the wonderful world of seed saving, specifically focusing on peas. Saving pea seeds is...
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Jul 10, 20242 min read
Seeding Success with Hollyhocks!
Hello, fellow gardeners! Today, we're diving into the wonderful world of saving hollyhock seeds. Hollyhocks, with their towering stalks...
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Jul 10, 20242 min read
Beginner's Guide to Starting Your First Garden
Welcome to our garden blog, where we're excited to help beginners embark on their gardening journey. Whether you have a green thumb...
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Jun 23, 20243 min read
Exploring Essential Survival Crops for Your Garden
Welcome to our garden blog, where we explore survival crops—plants that offer sustenance and resilience with minimal human interaction....
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Jun 23, 20242 min read
Creating a Welcoming Pathway: Enhancing Your Garden with Plants
Welcome to our garden blog, where we explore the art of designing pathways and integrating plants to create a harmonious outdoor space....
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Jun 23, 20242 min read
Navigating Cold Weather Challenges in the Garden
Hello fellow garden enthusiasts! Yesterday brought an unexpected turn in our weather here at Food Forest, with a chilly forecast that...
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Jun 18, 20242 min read
Making Mustard from the Garden
Making stone ground mustard from mustard seeds you grow in your garden involves a few additional steps compared to using commercially...
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Jun 15, 20242 min read
Protecting Fruit trees IV Organic 3-in-1 plant guard
Welcome to our garden blog, where we explore innovative solutions to help you nurture and protect your outdoor sanctuary! Today, we're...
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Jun 14, 20242 min read
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