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Butternut Squash Pie

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Strawberry Rhubarb Chiffon Pie

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Dot's Sweet Potato Pie

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Tomato and Snap Bean Quiche

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Easy Homemade Pumpkin Puree

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Planting a Spiral Herb Garden

A spiral herb garden mimics one of the most interesting shapes in nature—a spiral. Plant your favorite herbs in a garden that's shaped like a spiral.

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Spiced Pumpkin Butter

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Pesto and Summer Vegetable Tart

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Picnic Recipes from the Garden

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Heirloom Tomato Squash Tart

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Sweet Potato and Blue Cheese Nachos

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Sweet Potato Pudding

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Protecting Strawberries from Birds

Of all the ways that gardeners try protecting strawberries from birds, bird netting offers the best solution. Learn how to safely protect your strawberries.

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Fresh Tomato Tart

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25 Ways to Eat Pumpkin Seeds

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Pumpkin Fritters

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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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Easy Strawberry Puree

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DIY Tomato Costume

Ah, fall! I love the smell of pumpkin pie, the leaves falling on the ground, and the cool weather. It just so happens it’s also time to get your juices flowing to make a terrific Halloween get-up, like this DIY Tomato Costume. It’s easy, inexpensive, and sure to win any costume contest around. Here’s how to do it.

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Stories Behind Heirloom Vegetable Names

Heirloom vegetables bring more than big flavor to the dinner table. Many of these traditional varieties boast a rich history that’s often hinted at in their names. Allow us to share some of our favorite stories of heirloom vegetable names.

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5 Variations on a String Trellis for Tomatoes

A string trellis is a simple, effective way to support a growing tomato plant. Here are 5 options to consider including in your garden.

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Keeping Rabbits Out of the Garden

Forget the fact that rabbits are soft, fuzzy, and cute. These critters can be one of a gardener’s most despised pests, wiping out entire crops overnight. Rabbits prefer young, tender shoots and are particularly fond of lettuce, beans, and broccoli.

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Keeping Squirrels Out of the Garden

With their acrobatic maneuvers and feisty chattering, squirrels often inspire smiles and laughter. But for gardeners who find beds dug up and tomatoes chewed, these bushy tailed critters aren’t a source of anything except frustration and a fervent desire to figure out ways of keeping squirrels out of the garden.

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Growing Lemongrass

Discover how to grow lemongrass. Growing lemongrass in your own garden means having a fresh, delicious ingredient for a variety of Asian dishes.