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Cute Pumpkin Jack O' Lantern
June 9, 2022

Make Your Jack-O-Lantern Last Longer

At this time of year, as the weather cools and the leaves start to fall, it is tempting to carve a pumpkin in preparation for Halloween. But carved pumpkins, unfortunately, do not last. They look good for up to five days, but then they start to soften, fall in on themselves, and turn black with […]
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Okanagan Douglas Fir Wood Pellets
June 9, 2022

About Okanagan Douglas Fir Wood Pellets

What to look for in Residential Wood Pellets? Energy value (BTUs/lb): A high BTU means the wood pellet burns hotter and therefore consumers use less product to heat their homes. Ash Content: Low ash content means less maintenance and less cleaning of your stove. ​Moisture content: Low moisture means that more energy is used to heat your home […]
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Vine on Pergola
June 8, 2022

How to Grow Vines on Your Pergola

An outdoor space is a bonus wherever you live, especially if you have the room to create some outdoor seating. Structures like a pergola provide protection from the sun and lend a certain bit of style to your yard—but they can bring more of both if you cover them in creeping vines. These tall, often wooden structures usually […]
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Pumpkin Succulent Centerpiece
June 8, 2022

DIY Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece

Take advantage of the abundance of pumpkins this fall to create a fabulous living arrangement of colorful succulents. With a little moss and glue, this project will come together in minutes. Your succulent pumpkin centerpiece will look just as gorgeous sitting on a porch as it will on a dining room table, but if you use it outdoors, be […]
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Floral Pumpkin Centerpiece
June 8, 2022

Create a Floral Pumpkin Centerpiece

A floral pumpkin centerpiece is perfect for fall and would make any Thanksgiving table shine! The best part, it’s not even all that complicated. What You’ll Need: A pumpkin of your choice Fresh flowers Pruning shears Carving knife A large bowl of water Cellophane or plastic wrap Step 1: Start by hollowing out your pumpkin. […]
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Woodpecker on Suet Feeder
June 8, 2022

All About Suet

Birds need a lot of energy and heat. While feeding them, bird feed is fine. Sometimes, it’s just not enough for them. There are many possible food sources that they can get it from, but one that stands out is suet. This popular bird food has a lot of benefits for the birds that eat […]
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Man Planting Garlic
June 8, 2022

Garden Tasks for October

October marks the last curtain call for tender plants. As more plants die back and more beds empty, a nice moment opens up to think about your garden’s future. October, with its colder, wetter, shorter days, shortens the to-do list and sowing opportunities, but provides a great opportunity to prioritize tasks that will benefit you […]
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Espoma Organic Label
June 8, 2022

How to Use Espoma Organic Bulb-tone

Espoma Organic Bulb-tone is an all-natural organic fertilizer for all spring and fall bulbs. It features long lasting, slow-release feeding with exclusive Bio-tone Microbe. It’s 100% natural & organic ingredients with no fillers or sludges. Perfect for all bulbs like tulips, daffodils, crocus and hyacinths. When to Use When planting bulbs in the Spring, Fall […]
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Grass Seed Spreader on lawn
June 8, 2022

Fall Lawn Overseeding

Fall is the best time to overseed a lawn or repair thin or bare areas. Cool nights and mild, shorter days provide the ideal conditions for seed germination. Grass seed is better able to retain moisture during the fall, and seedlings will thrive without the extreme heat that occurs in the summer months. Reasons to Overseed […]
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