When to water, weed control, slugs

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"It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important."
–Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930)

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When to Water Your Vegetable Garden | Watering Chart
When to Water Your Vegetable Garden | Watering Chart

How much water do you really need? When is the best time to water your vegetables? See our tips on watering your garden—plus, a chart of when and how much to water specific crops.
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Trimming the lawn by hand is FUN!

Said no one ever! Set aside those old-fashioned grass shears and check out ECHO’s best-selling lawn trimmers during the National Sales Event. Give your yard that well-manicured look in no time.
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Weed Control Techniques
Weed Control Techniques

While it’s tempting to call any unwanted plant a “weed,” there are really only a select few weeds that become invasive and problematic. And while some folks turn to dangerous chemicals, many weeds are actually resistant to herbicides and respond better to different methods of control. With these...
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Angel Wind Chime

This nicely detailed chime is made from thick, rust-proof aluminum to last! Save $10. No promo code needed.
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Slugs and Snails
Slugs and Snails

Seeing slug and snail damage in your garden? Here are tips on how to identify, control, and get rid of slugs and snails in the garden.
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The Almanac Garden Hod

Harvest and wash fruit and vegetables easily. Plus, enjoy hundreds of other uses! Each hod has the Almanac Sun logo burned into one side with a fire-heated branding iron.
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When Will the Moon Rise Tonight?
When Will the Moon Rise Tonight?

Unlike the Sun, the Moon rises at all different times of the day and night. Enjoy our lunar puzzle to know when the Moon will rise!  Plus, find out why can we see the Moon during the day.
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Cloud 9 Rectangular Pillow

Our charming cotton pillows are the perfect way to refresh a room for the new season!
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Farmers' Market Grilled-Veggie Platter
Farmers' Market Grilled-Veggie Platter

Vegetables taste best when cooked on the grill and this Grilled Veggie Platter recipe is simple and versatile.
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