While getting myself motivated for the Spring 2010 planting season I put out feelers among my friends for sources from which I could buy some new onion varieties.  I was surprised when one of my more informed friends recommended the Seeds of Change company as I had heard disheartening information about the company’s ownership. ...
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I hope you will forgive me for being away for so long folks, I have been buried knee-deep in paperwork instead of in the soil where I would much rather be and yet I can’t complain too loudly because I am nearly at the halfway point in writing my new book on urban gardening! ...
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Ever since childhood I have had one true love from the garden – tomatoes.  In the interest of full disclosure there isn’t much from the garden that I don’t adore but tomatoes grow at home have a noted advantage over anything you can buy in the supermarket; it’s called taste. After our recent trip...
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I’m the first to admit that I am not a wealthy guy, financially speaking.  When I made the decision to pursue writing full time I knew it wouldn’t be easy and though I have had a few rough months here and there I have yet to go without the necessities due in no small...
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One of the most beautiful things about tending to your own garden is how easy it is to take for granted all the things you can do without a trip to the supermarket.  Tonight was a fine example of this for me.  After a 15 mile bike ride this evening (I’m getting into shape...
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Okay, I’m going to come right out and say it - I hate maps. Especially when they are like the USDA Zone Map when I need to know what the outline of my county looks like to know if I am in a particular planting zone.  If I am being honest, I don’t even...
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