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Mardi Gras beignets, growing radishes, 5 gardening mistakes to avoid!

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What region of the United States is best for raising kiwifruit? Is the Alabama climate suitable?
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Crackle and blaze, 
Crackle and blaze, 
There's ice on the ponds; there are leaves on the ways, 
But the barer each tree 
The more reason have we 
To joy in the summer that roars in thy blaze. 
–Louisa Parsons Hopkins (1834–95), American poet

 
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Radishes
Radishes are hardy root vegetables grown for their crisp, colorful, and peppery roots. They can be planted multiple times in a season—and be ready to harvest in as soon as three weeks! Find out how to grow radishes and how to tell when they’re at their peak.
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Learn, Plant, Grow!

Are you a gardener with no fear of getting your hands dirty? Maybe you’re a houseplant mom or dad who loves caring for what makes your home green. Anyone who enjoys spending time with plants will love the array of new articles in this year’s Garden Guide

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Avoid These 5 Gardening Mistakes!
Growing your own food is so satisfying. But there are common mistakes that everybody makes at some point. If you just know what these pitfalls are, you can avoid disappointment at harvesttime. In this article (with video), we list the top 5 problems—and what to do about them. 
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Beignets
Mardi Gras is Tuesday, February 21! In New Orleans, fried dough pillows called beignets are the favorite. To celebrate Carnival season, make the dough the night before; then fry in the morning so they’re hot and heavenly! 
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner is an easy-to-use online program that helps you plan your garden! Whether you want to create a backyard garden for vegetables, a kitchen garden for herbs, or a beautiful flower garden, Garden Planner will help you create the best layout for your space—plus provide all your sowing and planting dates!

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Soil Preparation: How Do You Prepare Garden Soil for Planting?
Vegetables need good soil for healthy growth and harvests. Well-prepared soil is the foundation of your entire garden—and gives you a jump-start on the season!
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When Pests Invade the Home
Every rural, suburban, or urban household runs into various problems with pests and critters—or, to use the broadest possible term: nature. Mice, rats, and squirrels are the “big three” mammals. Here’s a checklist of how to deal with pests before you act. 
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