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How to Turn a Dingy Old BBQ into an Herb Container Garden
Awhile back I heard about repurposing a mini-BBQ into an herb planter. I loved it, knew I wanted to try ...
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Garden-Inspired DIY Handmade Card | DIY Card for Gardeners
I am really excited to publish this guest post/giveaway from Life on the Balcony’s second reader (after my husband). ...
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Five Fall Vegetables Worth Trying in Your Balcony Garden
Gardening is both very “here and now” and also forward focused. Yes, most flowers are fleeting and must be enjoyed ...
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4 Balcony Garden Tips
I was flipping through my copy of Sugar Snaps & Strawberries last night, and rediscovered a great section with tips on container ...
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Three Not-So-Usual Flowers for Fall & Winter
Violas, cyclamen, and ornamental kale are typical recommendations for fall gardens. But what if you’re looking for a different, more ...
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Lessons Learned from Two Years of Apartment Gardening
I started a container garden on my balcony last year, which was, well, less than a success. The best thing ...
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Best Fruits and Vegetables for Containers | Best Plants for Containers
Without further ado, here is a list for fine-food-loving container gardeners everywhere: Early Blood Turnip Beet “The dark red flesh ...
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How to Grow Currants and Gooseberries in Your Container Garden
One of the most fun things for me is to grow things on my balcony that people wouldn’t believe possible ...
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The Who, What, Where, When, and Why of Indoor Seed Starting
You’ve probably heard of starting seeds indoors, but you may have some questions, like what the heck is the point? ...
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Learning From Other’s Container Gardening Mistakes
This past weekend I had a wonderful time just outside of Denver celebrating the wedding of one of my cousins. ...
