What to Plant: The Trifecta of the Merry Marigold
History Marigolds are popular in gardens all over the world. They originated in North and South America, and have been
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Getting Started
Preliminaries and quick reference for container garden startup
Let’s Talk About the One and Only Tomato: The Indisputable Homecoming Queen of Edible Gardens the World Over
Featured Image by Yves Deploige on Unsplash While the tomatoes we eat today most often have a savory taste and
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Grow Spinach: Get Rich Quick
Early spring in most temperate regions is the time for sowing cool weather crops, whether you begin by first sowing
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How to Grow the Very Versatile Green Bean, in a Snap and With No Strings Attached
For many of us, green beans AKA string beans, snap beans, or French beans, were a common side dish in
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Growing Corn: It’s as Easy as 1, 2, 3
Corn is always a summer favorite, even if it is not as nutritious as it is delicious. This crop is
Read MoreWhen You Need it Quick, Fast and in a Hurry: One-Stop Container Garden Planning
We at Getaway Gardens understand how procrastination happens, and we are here to help. So, you’ve been meaning to put
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Oh Snap! The Cucumber: The Most Refreshing Member of the Gourd Family
In these parts, now is a good time to sow cucumber seeds indoors. It is usually recommended that you do
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Prepared with the Full Arsenal: Thriving Through Harvest, Part Two
Protective plant covers are helpful tools to insulate plants from the cold, prevent or minimize insect access to your seedlings/plants,
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Prepared with the Full Arsenal: Thriving Through Harvest, Part One
Soon your seedlings will be ready to face the great outdoors! But first, make sure to prepare them (and their
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Reimagining Your Growing Area: Introducing the Vertical Container Garden
Creative-thinking with regard to your vertical space is key when container gardening in small spaces. There are any number of
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