Vegetable Gardening
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Okay, okay so it is hot! What is new about that that? It is always hot in July. The funny part is, why are the weather reporters always surprised when July is hot? We as gardeners should never be surprised by the heat and the humidity in Georgia this time of year. Nor should we…
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Across the United States and in Georgia, the number of small and medium–sized farms are declining and the average age of farmers is on the rise. We need new farmers, but the barriers potential farmers face when trying to grow new agricultural businesses from the ground up can be challenging. UGA Extension has developed the Journeyman…
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Gardeners can be difficult to shop for. Here are some suggestions: Snips and pruners are needed any time you head to the garden to harvest vegetables, herbs, and fruits; cutting flowers for bouquets; and light pruning and deadheading. A Tool Sharpener lets the gardener maintain the sharp edge. Weeders make yard and garden chores faster,…
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Fall presents a time of year that gardening can be more enjoyable. Usually, temperatures are going to be cooler, making it easier to work outside. As with any garden or planting, you need a plan. The first step is prepping the soil. Pull out the remains of your summer garden that has stopped producing. Don’t…
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