Category Archives: Ask a Gardener

Here we assemble a few gardening tips. This column started with the wisdom of master gardener Dorothy Mullen, who passed away March 15.

Typical Tips

Just starting a garden? Here are eight quick answers to questions that often arise. Continue reading

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A word about soil

A customer recently asked what soil is best to fill her new raised bed and whether it’s good to use yard-waste compost she and her husband have built up over the past few years. An essential question and a great … Continue reading

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Choosing a spot for your new garden

From time to time I’ll be asking a timely gardening question of master gardener Dorothy Mullen. To start off our series, today’s question is: What are some simple things to consider in choosing a spot for a garden bed? There … Continue reading

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