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July 5, 2026 Clovers Garden

Build My Garden: A Free Custom Garden Plan in Five Questions
Answer five quick questions and get a garden plan matched to your USDA zone, sunlight and space — built by Jim, our third-generation grower, with a free planting calendar for your zone.
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May 7, 2025 Clovers Garden

Green Goddess Dressing Recipe
Try this easy Green Goddess recipe just like you had as a kid but much fresher when you use your own herbs.
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June 13, 2024 Clovers Garden

How to Plant Hostas in Your Garden
Hostas are a popular perennial choice for gardeners looking to add lush, leafy greenery to shady. Known for their resilience and minimal maintenance, hostas come in a variety of sizes and colors, making them a versatile addition to any garden. In this guide, we ll cover everything you need to know a
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May 22, 2024 Clovers Garden

How to Grow Your Own Herbs for Tea
Imagine sipping a hot cup of tea, knowing that you grew each leaf yourself! Not only do you get the joy of gardening (and a beautiful, fragrant summer garden) but you get an abundant supply of fresh, organic tea leaves. You don’t need a lot of space to grow enough for an entire winter season Continu
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April 25, 2024 Clovers Garden

Pico De Gallo Recipe
Pico De Gallo Delicious fresh salsa recipe that everyone loves. Print Recipe Pin Recipe Course Appetizer Cuisine Mexican Ingredients 4 pounds ripe beefsteak or plum tomatoes chopped (with skin) 3 cups onion, purple or white chopped 1 cup fresh cilantro...
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April 25, 2024 Clovers Garden

A Spicy Adventure: How to Grow Hot Peppers Like a Pro
Hot peppers, with their fiery personalities and vibrant colors, are a delight to grow and cultivate. Whether you re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, growing hot peppers can be a rewarding and spicy adventure. In this comprehensive guide, we ll walk through everything you need to know to gro
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April 12, 2024 Clovers Garden

Sweet Success: A Guide to Planting and Caring for Strawberry Plants
Imagine just heading out to the garden for a bucket full of sweet, ripe strawberries! Growing your own is much easier than you think and this article will show you how. Strawberries will grow in most zones and can even be grown in containers (with a little extra care). And once you plant, you’ll be
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October 14, 2023 Clovers Garden

How Much Food Can One Small Garden Grow?
In 2022 we grew nearly 300 pounds of food + cut flowers + maple syrup from our in town 1/4 acre urban homestead. And in 2023 we grew even more by just adding a few more container gardens and planting flowers in new places. We grew it all completely organically without a ton of work. Continue reading
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August 25, 2023 Clovers Garden

How to Make Herb Infused Simple Syrup
Herb Infused Simple Syrup Delicious addition to cocktails, iced tea, or mixed with club soda. Preserve the fresh taste of summer with the easy recipes that freezes well. Print Recipe Course Drinks Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh herb leaves (stems removed)...
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