Two Minutes in the Garden: Gardening Tips, Science, Myths

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Is it Safe to Use Rainwater from the Roof in Your Garden? Sep 05, 2019

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Contaminants get into water as it runs down your roof. Is it still okay to use in the garden?

Plastic Waste and Gardening Sep 02, 2019

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Gardeners bring a lot of plastic home from the store and much of it doesn't get used for very long.

Plant Propagation: The Basics Aug 30, 2019

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Part one of an occasional series of episodes on the basics of plant propagation. What is propagation?

Get Started on Plant Propagation Aug 27, 2019

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The underlying science is complex, but you can quickly and easily get started creating your own houseplants.

Vermicomposting: Avoid Common Problems Aug 24, 2019

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Vermicomposting isn't difficult -- lots of people are doing it. But there are things to watch out for.

Best Worms for Vermicomposting Aug 21, 2019

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Some worms are much better than others for vermicomposting. But there are tradeoffs.

Why Use Vermicompost? Aug 19, 2019

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A first look at worm composting. What it is and why it's good for your garden and the environment.

Do Cold-Weather Carrots Taste Sweeter? Aug 16, 2019

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Frost is a threat to plants. One of their responses is to free sugar stored as starch.

How to Stay Safe in the Sun Aug 14, 2019

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Gardeners spend a lot of time under the hot sun. What's the best way to stay safe?

Is Sunscreen Safe to Use? Aug 12, 2019

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U.S. regulators want more information about the safety of sunscreen ingredients. Is is still safe to use sunscreen?