Why is mulch good for your garden? Not only does mulch make your garden bed look more attractive it also serves several other functions. Mulch suppresses weed growth, and it helps retain moisture in the soil which leads to reduced time spent on plant watering. It also keeps soil cool and prevents frost in the…
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Determining Cold Damage
Determining Cold Damage Frost damage can occur when temperatures dip to or below the freezing point, 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). Frosts occur when the temperature dips to 0 degrees celsius. Unless your garden is filled with tropical plants, most plants can handle a light frost with little damage. When the temperature drops below…
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Ironically, our geographical region of South-Eat have suffered from droughts, not drains. We have had a rain deficit. As gardeners, we've learned a lot about drought tolerant plants and methods for successful gardening using less water and using reclaimed water. This year the story became very read more
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