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Gardening Tips


Grow Healthier Plants by Improving Your Soil With Biochar
Seasoned gardeners understand that what's beneath the surface is what makes the difference between a struggling garden and a thriving one.

JCFM Staff
6 days ago3 min read


5 Ways to Plan Now for a Thriving Spring Garden
With a little creativity, and some extra time spent creating a plan, you can set yourself on a path toward success before the growing season even begins.

JCFM Staff
Feb 202 min read


How to Start a Native Garden for a Greener Future
Over the past decade, a quiet revolution has been taking place in backyards, city parks, and community gardens across the country. Gardeners, once focused on exotic flowers and manicured lawns, are now turning their attention to native plants.

JCFM Staff
Nov 29, 20255 min read


7 Steps to Start Growing Produce at Home
Growing your own produce is a smart practice, from the money you'll save at the grocery store to encouraging a healthier plant-based lifestyle. It can also lead to earning extra income as a vendor at your local farmers' market.

JCFM Staff
Oct 25, 20253 min read


A Beginner's Guide to Pruning Plants
Pruning is the horticulture practice of removing dead or diseased branches from flowering plants. Follow these four steps to keep your plants healthy and strong.

JCFM Staff
Jul 30, 20251 min read


Backyard Gardening Tips for a Fruitful Berry Harvest
Growing berries in your own backyard can be a gratifying experience. Berries are packed with nutritional benefits. Different berries thrive in different conditions. Choosing varieties that are well-suited to your local climate is key.

JCFM Staff
Jun 26, 20253 min read
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