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Understanding and Using the Soil in Your Garden

Expert information on identifying the natural soil type in your region and the implications for your vegetable garden with additional tips on making and using compost to enhance your soil:

Pine needle mulch for strawberries over winter

Winter Mulches for Vegetable Gardens

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An excellent seed bed

The Art of Creating the Perfect Seed Bed

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Make Health Food for Your Soil

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The Problem with Manure

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