Garden Advice and Tips Archives - Farm Kits

How a soil knife can replace multiple garden tools

Thu, 14 May 2026 22:08:38 +0000

Besides my trusty bucket, the tool I take with me into the garden pretty much every single time... READ MORE »

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LED grow lights: The best systems for indoor plants and seed-starting

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 22:00:21 +0000

For me, one of the biggest challenges to growing plants inside my home has always been finding a space... READ MORE »

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Plants to trim or pull in autumn: What to do NOW to avoid more work next year

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:16:24 +0000

While some would say weeding can be a soothing activity, it can also be incredibly overwhelming when... READ MORE »

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10 gardening tips to save money on groceries this fall

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:47:29 +0000

Put your garden to work now to save you money this fall. Not only can you expect a cost savings, but... READ MORE »

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How often should you water new shrubs? Tips to care for a new planting

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 14:37:33 +0000

Just how often should you water new shrubs—particularly during their first year in your landscape—so... READ MORE »

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What to do if you find spots on zinnia leaves

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 18:59:46 +0000

I love snipping zinnias as cut flowers in the summer. However, it can be frustrating when unsightly... READ MORE »

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What to do about powdery mildew on peonies

Tue, 27 May 2025 15:18:47 +0000

Of all the cheery garden subjects you may be excited to learn about, powdery mildew on peonies is... READ MORE »

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A tour of Le potager du roi / The King’s Garden in Versailles, France

Wed, 14 May 2025 20:36:28 +0000

Outside the official grounds of the Palace of Versailles in France lies a gated vegetable garden that... READ MORE »

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Tomato plant leaves curling up? Here’s why

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 01:51:38 +0000

If you notice your tomato plant leaves curling up, don’t panic but do take action. There are... READ MORE »

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A stroll through Hunte’s Gardens in Barbados

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 15:17:56 +0000

It was on a walk through Hunte’s... READ MORE »

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