Recent storms and flooding in most parts of Ohio have taken a toll not just on field crops but also on backyard gardens and landscapes.
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Plant flowers, vegetables in small spaces
Got a small space but still want to plant succulent tomatoes, leafy vegetables or beautiful blooming plants?
Test Soil to Save Money, Protect Ohio’s Water
Algal bloom in Lake Erie, home gardening interconnected. Annual soil tests for gardens are recommended.
Vegetable Gardening Hangout — my three takeaways
Ohio Farm Bureau recently held its first Google+ Hangout for novice gardeners.
Growing Grass? How About Food?
Gardeners look to edible plants to make landscapes more productive
Creamy Spring Vegetable Soup
Fresh spring vegetables and chicken give this creamy soup a great flavor.
The Gourd Family — a Spindly Bunch
Popular edible plants in the Cucurbitaceae family include cucumbers, squash and melons.
The Charm of Growing Beans
These warm season crops don’t need much, and most gardens have the space for this tasty crop.
Little Green Thumbs: Crops for Kids
Children love to learn and what better way to learn than outside in a vegetable garden.
Crop Rotation – a Square Dance for Your Plants
Crop rotation is vital for maintaining a healthy garden year after year, no matter the size of your plot.