2013
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5 Secrets to Growing Great Carrots
0October 29, 2013 by Hope Gardens
Carrots are delicious, nutritious and fun to grow, but surprisingly challenging. These five tips will make sure your planting is …
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“The best fertilizer is the shadow of the gardener.”
0October 13, 2013 by Hope Gardens
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How To Plant Your Edible Parkway Garden
0September 4, 2013 by Hope Gardens
10 Tips for Planting Your Edible Parkway Garden On Tuesday, August 13th the L.A. City Council approved 15 to 0, …
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Protect That Precious Garden
1August 21, 2013 by Hope Gardens
There’s nothing worse than planting that perfect garden only to have it decimated by critters. One nightly visit by a …
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5 Things You Need to Know About Replacing Your Lawn & Getting Your DWP Rebate
0August 16, 2013 by Hope Gardens
Congratulations! You’re thinking of taking advantage of the DWP’s WaterWise campaign rebates and replacing your lawn with a turf alternative …
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How to Grow the Perfect Pumpkin Patch…or any winter squash!
1August 16, 2013 by Hope Gardens
“Each year, the Great Pumpkin rises out of the pumpkin patch that he thinks is the most sincere. He’s gotta …
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Why Winter is the Coolest Growing Season Around
0August 16, 2013 by Hope Gardens
“Let us love winter, for it is the spring of genius.” Pietro Aretino We are so fortunate here in Southern …
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Winter Veggie Taco Salad
0July 29, 2013 by Hope Gardens
Okay, I love salads like no one’s business. And this one is ah-mazing. The talented Rachel Oberg from De Ma …
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Roasted Winter Veggies w/ Quinoa
0July 29, 2013 by Hope Gardens
Substitute your favorite winter squash for the koabocha or sweet potato. Roasted Winter Veggies w/ Quinoa INGREDIENTS 6 oz sweet …
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Cooking With Turnip Greens
0July 29, 2013 by Hope Gardens
Turnip greens can be picked gingerly while turnips are growing. You can probably get one or two harvests before allowing …
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