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Raised Beds vs In-Ground Gardening: A Friendly Garden Duel

Hey there, green thumbs and budding gardeners! 🌱

This week, we dove into the great gardening debate: Raised Beds vs. In-Ground Gardening. It’s like choosing between chocolate and vanilla ice cream—both are delightful, but each has its unique flavor! We've explored every nook and cranny of these gardening styles on our social media, and here's the scoop on what makes each method special.

Raised Beds: These are the modern marvels of gardening! Imagine less bending over, fewer weeds, and an early start to the planting season. Raised beds are like luxury condos for your plants, offering excellent drainage, custom soil blends, and a chic aesthetic to any backyard. They're particularly great for those with limited space, seeking to maximize their gardening game. 🌼🏡

In-Ground Gardening: Then, we have the classic in-ground gardens, the traditionalists' dream. This method connects you directly with the earth, letting your plants sprawl and root deeply in their...

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Spring Gardening Delights: Cultivating Joy and Abundance on Your Homestead

As we bid farewell to the lingering winter chill and welcome the gentle warmth of spring, let's take a moment to reflect on the parallels between the changing seasons and the sacred observance of Good Friday. Just as winter surrenders to the promise of new life in spring, so too does Good Friday mark the solemn transition from darkness to the hope of resurrection.

This week we talked about the importance of prepping our garden beds. Whether you’re breaking ground for a new plot or rejuvenating an old one, giving your soil the TLC it needs with compost and a good turning can make all the difference. We shared some fantastic tips for testing your soil to see exactly what it needs to be its most productive self. Remember, happy soil equals happy plants!

Then, we ventured into the exciting world of seed selection. Deciding what to grow is like planning a menu for the months ahead – do you go for the classics, experiment with something exotic, or a little bit of both? We...

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