gardening: Save Money with Your Edible Garden
- 06/05/11 05:52 PM
By: Julie Martens An edible garden featuring vegetables and herbs can save you a bundle if you keep it simple and raise plants that offer high yields. How much can you save? A backyard edible garden will trim costs from your grocery bill while providing you and your family with the freshest produce possible. According to Bruce Butterfield, research director for the National Gardening Association, a well-maintained garden can produce a half-pound of fresh vegetables for every square foot of garden space. At average market prices, that means a garden returns about $1 per square foot. Studies conducted by W. Atlee … (4 comments)
gardening: 10 Tips for Saving Money in the Garden
- 05/29/11 04:55 PM
This a great article for anyone wanting to improve their yard or start an edible garden. By: Laura Fisher Kaiser Carefully plan and plot your garden to add value to your home and make the most of your time and money. So don’t impulsively drive to your garden center. Walk your land, consult an almanac, test the soil, and make a budget. You’ll save your back, your budget, and your home’s curb appeal. Tip #1: Get to know your land Before shelling out money for new plants, consider what’s thrived and died in past gardens. Ask, “Is this plant doing its … (1 comments)
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