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Growing Beets

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Beets and other root crops are kind of like Rodney Dangerfield – they don’t get no respect. Which is too bad, because they’re easy to grow, resistant to most insect pests and diseases, and taste good. Beets appeared on Roman … Continue reading

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Bringing In the Seeds

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I am not a shopper; that gene passed me by — probably because my sister got a double share. Unlike many females, I could care less about having a closet full of shoes (I have two pairs: one for ranch … Continue reading

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Variety is the Spice of … Everything!

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Someone asked me the other day why I choose certain varieties of fruits and vegetables. The answer to that question is a bit complex, as I choose them for different reasons, and in some cases, they chose me because they … Continue reading

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