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Over a decade ago, Tobey’s gardening journey began with bare root strawberry plants from a school fundraiser. That small start soon grew into a passion, outgrowing her suburban yard. Today, she lives on a hillside hobby farm in Indiana overlooking the Ohio River with her husband, two kids, and an adorable mix of mini donkeys, goats, and chickens. She balances her days between freelance writing, homeschooling the kids, and tending to farm life.

Once you finish planting your spring garden, feeling proud for not procrastinating this year, you can finally relax. Seedlings are poking out of the soil. Flower buds are starting to bloom. Then bad news strikes: a frost advisory! Giving your plants an early start in spring has many advantages, but the season’s unpredictable weather may …

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