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Harvesting

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Harvest Guide to Summer Veggies

Harvesting summer vegetables can be tricky if you're just starting out with gardening. Use our quick guide to know when & how to harvest vegetables in your garden.

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How to Store Veggies Without a Root Cellar

While your grandmother's house may have had a root cellar to keep her produce fresh for months, most homes today do not. But you can find similar cool conditions in places around the house where produce will be slow to spoil, lingering in a state of very, very slow ripening.

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How to Pickle Your Harvest

Simply put, pickling is the practice of preserving food in a high-acid solution. The process involves adding vinegar and/or salt to vegetables to create the acidic solution vital for successful pickling. This is a simple, effective way to preserve your harvest.

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How to Save Tomatoes from Frost

When temperatures drop, you may be at risk for losing the tomatoes left in the garden, even if you cover the plants. Here's how to save tomatoes from frost.

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How to Dry Your Harvest

Drying is one of the oldest food preservation methods, since the simple act of removing the moisture helps keep decay at bay. There are some definite benefits to this method: Dried food doesn’t have to be kept cold (thereby taking up valuable freezer space) and it requires minimal real estate in your cupboard.

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How to Freeze Your Harvest

For simplicity and speed, it’s tough to beat freezing for preserving your garden’s homegrown goodness. Frozen vegetables, fruits, and herbs boast fresh-picked flavors long after the growing season ends.

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How to Store Winter Squash

Learn how to store winter squash and preserve your harvest for months to come. Curing the squash helps ensure safe storage through winter.

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Summer Herb Harvesting Tips

Looking for summer herb harvesting tips? Look no further! Here's all you need to know to get the most from your herb garden.

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Harvest Guide for Cool Weather Vegetables

Learn to pick homegrown cool weather vegetables at the peak of perfection using these guidelines. Knowing when to harvest is key to getting the best flavor.

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