Garden pests can be a challenge but you don’t have to use chemicals to get rid of pests in your vegetable or herb gardens. These 10 natural garden pest control ideas really do work. Using non-chemical choices is always better for the environment and better for you, your family, and the good bugs that live in your garden. These methods…
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Managing homestead waste can be one of the most effective ways to save money. When you take the time to think about what you are bringing on to your property you will naturally reduce, reuse, and recycle. Years ago we lived on the side of a mountain in the foothills of the Oregon Cascades. It was a beautiful environment with…
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Salsa is a staple of many Mexican-American meals. Made with basically the same ingredients, this great recipe is also open to interpretation, because the best tomato salsa recipe is one that you create yourself. Over the years, we’ve spent a small fortune on bottled salsa and I think we’ve tried them all. We like to use salsa as a…
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Use the tomato guide to find terrific varieties to fit your specific garden zone. Everyone can grow tomatoes. Almost everyone loves tomatoes and even if they don’t like them fresh they like them processed into something good like salsa, sauce, or ketchup. The key is to choose varieties that are right for your climate. Did you know that there are…
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Attracting beneficial wildlife is a blessing and a necessity for your garden. These animals keep pests at bay by offering natural ways to reduce them. Do you strive for a climate-friendly garden? This is a garden where you plant strategically to attract natural predators, that will, in turn, take care of the pests you don’t want in your garden. Let’s…
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