Garden tips Archives - Farm Kits

When to fertilize boxwoods

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:15:39 +0000

Knowing when to fertilize boxwoods and how to do it right can spell the difference between robust... READ MORE »

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Avoiding English ivy, an aggressive and invasive groundcover in North America

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:45:31 +0000

One of my neighborhood strolls takes me past a small wild area. There are no homes around it and yet... READ MORE »

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Don’t make these mistakes when ordering seeds

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:29:17 +0000

Winter is seed catalog season and it’s so much fun to flip through the pages dreaming of spring... READ MORE »

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When to water a snake plant and how to do it right

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:35:33 +0000

Snake plants are my all-time favorite houseplants thanks to their striking foliage and adaptability... READ MORE »

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Why you need to plant garlic this October (and how to get BIG bulbs)

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:29:49 +0000

Garlic is one of the few vegetables that should be planted in autumn, and especially if you want to... 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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When to harvest dill: A step-by-step guide

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:00:37 +0000

There are a few best practices around when to harvest dill that you can follow in order to come away... READ MORE »

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When to cut back catmint and how to do it right: 3 options

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 21:36:51 +0000

Catmint is a low care perennial plant with a long bloom time that is measured in months, not weeks.... READ MORE »

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Why are my cucumbers curling? Common causes and solutions

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 20:44:31 +0000

If you’ve strolled out to your vegetable garden and discovered your cucumbers curling into strange... READ MORE »

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