Feeding the Plants That Feed Us
Learn how to understand NPK values, hear what your plants are telling you, and build healthier soil biology using organic practices. Whether you're dealing with perennials that won't bloom, yellow...
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Feeding the Plants That Feed Us
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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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Autumn Pruning Tips
Fall isn’t the time to cut everything back. Some perennials and shrubs benefit from light pruning now, while others depend on their winter growth for protection and wildlife forage. Learn...
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Dividing & Transplanting Perennials
Autumn isn’t just about harvest, it’s a season of renewal underground. Learn how to divide perennials like coneflowers, lobelia, and iris to rejuvenate your garden, expand your plantings, and support...
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Medicinal Perennials to Plant in Fall
Fall is the perfect time to plant medicinal perennials. Explore a variety of herbs and learn their traditional uses while creating a garden that supports pollinators, migrating birds, and beneficial...
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How to Build Healthy Soil This Fall
Fall is the season to feed your soil. Learn why phosphorus, potassium, and organic matter matter most now, and how amendments, compost, and cover crops set your garden up for...
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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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Elderberries: Harvesting, Processing, and Planting
Learn how to harvest and process elderberries safely, make immune-boosting syrup, and discover why these native shrubs are worth planting in your own landscape. From processing tricks to favorite varieties,...
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