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Is Your Garden Smart? Conserve Water with a Drip Irrigation System

March 10, 2010 by Barbara Holbrook  

In this economy, everyone is looking for ways to stretch their budget without compromising their environmental ideals.
Gardens not only provide a break from the pressures everyday stress, but they can also be a great way to save money by growing one’s own food or growing flowers for a fresh selection of gifts all year long. [...]

Avoid Pesticides — Kill Weeds with Hot Water

February 15, 2009 by Barbara Holbrook  

If you’ve got a garden, then you’ve got weeds. Even if you’ve decided not to manage your garden organically, it’s still important to pay close attention to what you’re putting into the soil. Using herbicides are harmful to the environment and cause particular damage to the water system. They can seep into the ground water or [...]