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What Is Soil Erosion?

Simple Definition of Soil Erosion: The erosion, or loss of, the top layer of soil (topsoil) over time. This layer of soil contains the nutrients vital for life. It forms at a rate of 1/10 mm per year, but it...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
Jun 23, 2022  ·  3 min read  ·  0
Jun 23, 2022  ·  3 min read
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Types Of Peppers To Grow In Your Home Garden Both Hot And Mild

Peppers are amazing. They can be eaten plain as a snack, in stir fry, soups, stews, chili, salads, enchiladas, omelettes, salsa, as toppings, stuffed--you name it. They can be sweet or burn-your-mouth-off spicy. They can be pickled, baked, roasted, fried,...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  1
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read
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How To Grow Kale And Make This Yummy Green Smoothie

Kale is an outstanding addition to any home garden. The nutritional benefits alone are incredible. One cup of kale provides more than 100% of the daily value in Vitamin A, Vitamin K, and Vitamin C. Kale also provides Vitamin B6,...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read
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How To Grow And Harvest Basil So It Keeps Growing

Basil is an easy-to-grow go-to herb for many culinary dishes. Let’s talk about how you can maximize your basil crop. Where to grow Basil can be grown basically anywhere depending on how big of a crop you want. You can...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  1
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read
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Tips On How And When To Weed For A Better Garden

Weeds. These tiny (and big) living things can cause any gardener grief. What is to be done? Can anything good come of weeds, and how do we get rid of them? You may be surprised that weeds can be beneficial....
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 22, 2022  ·  2 min read  ·  1
Jun 22, 2022  ·  2 min read
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Why You Should Grow Wheatgrass For Yourself And Your Pets

True Leaf Market has a long history with all things wheatgrass. It is an amazing source of vital nutrients that can be accessed through juicing, or directly eaten by your pets. Wheatgrass juice helps with digestion, eliminates toxins, is an...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  2
Jun 22, 2022  ·  1 min read
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Kid Friendly Activity - How To Paint And Print With Fruits And Vegetables

I’m always looking for fun new crafts to do with my kids, their friends, and my nieces and nephews. Even though it can be messy, paint always seems to be a fun medium that gets everyone involved. Have you ever...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 21, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
Jun 21, 2022  ·  1 min read
Kitazawa is now a part of True Leaf Market

Try Something New In Your Garden With Kitazawa

When True Leaf Market added Kitazawa Seed Co to our line of products, I knew I wanted to try my hand at some Asian produce this year. Have you had a chance to check out what Kitazawa has to offer?...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 20, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  1
Jun 20, 2022  ·  1 min read
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What is quinoa and what is it good for?

Let’s talk about quinoa. These tiny seeds are classified as a superfood because they are chock full of nutrients. Many healthy drinks, shakes, and foods include quinoa. But what is quinoa? Where does it grow? And what are the benefits...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 16, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
Jun 16, 2022  ·  1 min read
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How To Germinate Hard Gourd Seeds

Are Gourd Seeds Difficult To Germinate? Isn’t it funny how different seeds have their own special needs when it comes to growing? These needs start from a plant's beginning as seeds. When it comes to gourd seeds, they can require...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
Jun 14, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  2
Jun 14, 2022  ·  1 min read
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How To Make A Gourd Birdhouse

My family loves watching birds in our backyard. We have several hummingbird feeders and other birdfeeders placed strategically throughout the yard. Have you ever made a gourd birdhouse or birdfeeder? It’s a simple and fun craft for people of all...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 14, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
Jun 14, 2022  ·  1 min read
Bamboo: The Fastest Growing Woody Plant In The World

Bamboo: The Fastest Growing Woody Plant In The World

Bamboo is one of the most easily identifiable plants around the world. Its distinct internode segments give it a unique look ideal for both interior and outdoor ornamental use. It is not only nice to look at, but is incredibly...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
Jun 13, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  3
Jun 13, 2022  ·  1 min read
What Vegetables Can You Ferment?

What Vegetables Can You Ferment?

Personally, I feel like fermented vegetables get a bad wrap. And it is mostly because people just don’t know much about the process. Fermenting vegetables basically allows enzymes to cause a natural chemical change in your food to break down...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
Jun 10, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  1
Jun 10, 2022  ·  1 min read
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How To Sun Map Your Garden

We’ve already talked about growing a garden in the shade and which vegetables do well. But if you really want to get serious and more scientific about how much sun or shade you have in your yard, you can sun...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 9, 2022  ·  2 min read  ·  3
Jun 9, 2022  ·  2 min read
row of green vegetables

What Can You Grow In Shady Areas?

All vegetables and herbs need at least some sunlight each day to thrive, but if you have a part of your yard or garden that is shaded part or most of the time by a natural or manmade structure, don’t...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 8, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
Jun 8, 2022  ·  1 min read
Chinese Kale on a table

What Is Chinese Cabbage vs Chinese Broccoli (Chinese Kale)

You may have noticed that we have added many Asian seed varieties to our inventory. As we have been educating ourselves about these seeds we have learned that things can get pretty fuzzy when it comes to the difference between...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
Jun 7, 2022  ·  5 min read  ·  0
Jun 7, 2022  ·  5 min read
Girl Watering Plants

Vegetable Gardening In Small Spaces

Gardening in small spaces might seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. My first home was a little townhome with a tiny backyard consisting of a cement slab and small rectangular plots around it, and a tiny shed on...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
Jun 6, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
Jun 6, 2022  ·  1 min read
bowls of different types of soil

What Types of Soil Are There And How To Amend Soil For Your Garden

Soil type is determined by the dominating characteristic of the soil. These characteristics can be grouped into three main categories: clay, sand, and silt soil. However, most soils are a mix of these three soil components and are called loamy...
Erica Groneman Erica Groneman
May 31, 2022  ·  3 min read  ·  1
May 31, 2022  ·  3 min read
Memorial crosses with poppies on them

Why Is The Poppy The Memorial Day Flower?

Flowers are used to represent all sorts of traditions and symbolism. You see them at weddings, funerals, birthdays, holidays, or given in sympathy to an individual or group. Why do we care so much about flowers? Really the answer is...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
May 30, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
May 30, 2022  ·  1 min read
Cat and Dog sitting on grass

What Plants Are Safe For Your Pets

Cats and dogs love plants! They love to eat, lay in, and even dig them up. If your pets love plants so much, why not give them some to enjoy for themselves? There are plenty of plants that your pet...
Ashleigh Smith Ashleigh Smith
May 27, 2022  ·  1 min read  ·  0
May 27, 2022  ·  1 min read
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