A Beginner’s Guide to Grafting Bare Root Rootstock
Learn how to graft your own apple and pear trees right at home with this beginner-friendly guide. Grafting is simpler than it looks, and with just a sharp knife, a...
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Cut, Root, Repeat: Winter Plant Propagation for the Homestead
Learn how to take hardwood cuttings of figs, elderberries, grapes, mulberries, and more. These cuttings root reliably during the dormant season, making winter propagation an indispensable skill for any grower....
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Building Better Blueberry Soil: Fall Prep for New Planting Sites and Established Bushes
Blueberries thrive in Western North Carolina when their soil mirrors the cool, acidic forest environments they naturally depend on. Fall and early winter are the ideal seasons to adjust pH,...
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Seed Stratification at Home for Milkweed & Natives
In nature, native seeds rest through winter’s chill before sprouting in spring. By mimicking these conditions at home, you can give your seeds the same natural cue for strong germination....
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Winterizing Figs
Learn how to protect tender fig wood, preserve next year’s breba (first) crop, and set your trees up for a stronger, earlier harvest. From smart siting and heavy mulching to...
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Overwintering Tender Perennial Plants: Techniques & Tips
Learn how to overwinter tender perennial plants in Western North Carolina. Learn tips on protecting tropicals, medicinals, and container-grown herbs like turmeric, lemongrass, rosemary, and lavender before the first hard...
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Fall Perennial Planting Guide
Discover how planting perennials in fall helps your garden grow bigger, more vibrant plants next season. Learn which WNC native perennials to plant now, how to fertilize for strong roots,...
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The Power of Native Grasses: Rooted in Resilience
Native grasses do far more than fill a landscape with beauty. They stabilize soil with roots that can stretch 10 feet underground, provide forage for wildlife and livestock, and support...
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