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Container Gardening for New Desert Gardeners
Rather you are a new or experienced gardener; it’s always good to come back to the basics. I wrote this article with new desert gardeners in mind, but everyone will benefit from these tips. When first starting a new garden, my advice is to keep it simple and grow from there. As soon as we…
Read MorePotted Desert Vocabulary
It’s going to be a lot easier if we are on the same page when I talk about different aspects of container gardening. You won’t necessarily find these definitions as such in any dictionary. Many, such as pot sizes, are based on my experience and how I framed things when I ran my business, The…
Read MoreDesert Container Pots 101
Container Gardens 101 – The Pots Gardeners all over the country grow plants in pots. With the trend increasing for small-space gardening, it’s only natural to look at pots as part of the solution. Choosing the right types of desert garden pots will lead you to success sooner as the pots are the foundation of…
Read MoreBenefits of Garden Shopping Locally
I’d like to take a moment during this hot month to talk about economic responsibility. So stay inside your airconditioned home and consider what you can do when shopping for your garden. You have most likely read why shopping locally is good for your community’s economy. The bottom line is that for every dollar spent…
Read MoreSave Money with these 6 Tips for your Container Gardening Shopping
Do you have a plan before you go flower shopping for your pots? Know your pots. (Sizes, color and sun/shade) Know your desired color scheme Grab a cart at the nursery and an empty flat or carton. Place your selections on the flat and then step back and look at it. Stare at it hard…
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