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Five reasons why container farming rules

May 24, 2009 by Andrea Bellamy 20 Comments

I meet so many urban gardeners who long for land. Who dream of larger spaces to grow… well, more. Can’t say I’m completely innocent, either. I’ll admit it: I have yard lust. Whenever I walk through residential neighbourhoods and spot an expanse of lawn or concrete, I tear it up and replace it with abundant […]

Filed Under: Veggies & Edibles Tagged With: container gardening, crop rotation, urban gardening, vegetable gardening

Neglected, but not forgotten

May 20, 2009 by Andrea Bellamy 11 Comments

Hello. Sorry I’ve been neglecting you. I know. It’s been a month. A month! What can I say? On top of the usual spring gardening frenzy, I’ve also gone back to work after a year’s maternity leave (yes, one full year. I’m Canadian, thank goodness.). And that’s only for starters. There’s been a lot going […]

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