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Lisa Clark is a freelance writer who grew up on farmland, then moved to the city, and has now retired back to her rural roots. She's having fun teaching her kids about gardening, planting flowers, and collecting houseplants.

If you’ve babied your tomatoes all summer only to find a bunch of cracked ones when you’re ready to harvest, you may wonder what to do with split tomatoes. Are they safe to eat? Why do they split? Is there anything you can do to prevent this from happening? Here are some things to know …

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White shade perennials can really stand out in the garden. You can mix them with blue, red, and other colors and shades or just plant several white varieties on their own. The blend of white flowers with green leaves is nice to look at, and these species do well in shady corners. 1. Astilbe (Astilbe …

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Are you asking yourself what to do with too much zucchini? If your bounty has been plenty this season, don’t worry. We have some great ideas to help you ensure nothing goes to waste! Too much zucchini? Is there such a thing? Well, if you love it, then it may be hard to believe, but …

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Daffodils are synonymous with spring, and you can do so many things with this beautiful plant to keep it healthy and strong season after season. It all begins with knowing how to care for it properly. They produce beautiful, usually yellow blooms. Some types can have orange or white blooms, as well. Most daffodil varieties …

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Sweet and tangy – are you wondering what to do with beets? This vegetable is actually quite versatile. The bright pink root vegetable is very good for you, but it doesn’t get as much attention as it probably should. One reason for this is that people don’t know how to cook them to make them …

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Did you end up with a bountiful harvest and need to know what to do with too many cucumbers? You’re in luck because there are so many great ways to enjoy delicious cukes that you never have to worry about having too many. As anyone who has grown cucumbers can tell you, these things can …

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If you’re trying to decide what to do with overripe cucumbers, we have some ideas for you. When cucumbers are left on the vine, they will continue to grow. They can become very large and take on a yellow color. Yellow cucumbers are tougher than perfectly ripe cucumbers, but this doesn’t mean they have to …

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