AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Hummingbirds make a much-anticipated arrival in the spring, but keeping them around in the fall takes a little eff...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.— “The hum of the bees is the voice of the garden,” is a quote that rings true throughout much of the year in A...
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How can I keep “bad” bugs out of my garden and attract “good” bugs? How can I control slugs and other soil insect pests? What insect...
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Houseplants make a great addition to any space in your home and can help create an attractive, restful environment that enhances your sense ...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.— There is something special about home-grown tomatoes, freshly picked okra and local honey. Add to that dairy prod...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Grow More, Give More (GMGM) project—led by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens ...
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(Makes four buckets)
Four 5-gallon buckets*
Four 25-quart bags potting soil mix (avoid “garden soil” for container garde...
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Twelve 2 cubic-foot bags soil conditioner (such as composted manure or mushroom compost)
Twenty-four 2-cubic-foot bags co...
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4'×8'×10" (minimum depth) raised garden bed*
Eight bags potting soil mix (2 cubic feet each)
Eight bags soil conditioner (...
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20"×24" grow box/self-watering planter
Two 25-quart bags potting soil mix
Plastic mulch cover included in some retail kits ...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — When the summer sun is scorching and you need quick relief from the heat, there is little more refreshing than a...
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