Arsenic and old waste: some gardening residues won't go away
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Growing muskmelons in cold weather is possible by using a mulch with recycled polyethylene. This helps to retain warmth in the soil. One source is empty plastic nursery containers, but communities lack a resourceful way to collect these for recycling companies.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1992
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Well watered: wise irrigation means watching both ends of the hose
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Garden irrigation depends upon maintaining a balance between available precipitation and evaporation, regardless of the respective sources and causes. Tips on maintaining an adequate water supply and delegating its use are provided.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1992
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Perishable delights: making the most of the changing seasons
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There are two reasons to can fruits and vegetables: availability of fresh, home-grown produce and overall cost, including import and shipping costs, of getting food from other sources. Tips on produce preservation are provided.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1992
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