Raised Bed Gardening – Calendula's Garden https://calendulasgarden.com Helping You Build A Private Edible Garden Oasis Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:58:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.2 https://calendulasgarden.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-New-Cs-Garden-Logo-flowers-32x32.png Raised Bed Gardening – Calendula's Garden https://calendulasgarden.com 32 32 Vacation-Proof Gardening: Tips to Keep Your Outdoor Potted Plants Thriving https://calendulasgarden.com/vacation-proof-gardening-tips-to-keep-your-outdoor-potted-plants-thriving/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:37:56 +0000 https://calendulasgarden.com/?p=2307 Taking a vacation can be an exciting time, but if you have outdoor potted plants, it is important to think of them too. Leaving your outdoor potted plants unattended while on vacation can be a nerve-wracking experience. You worry about whether they’ll still be alive when you get back, especially if there’s been an unexpected...

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]]> 55 Great Books for Gardeners of All Levels https://calendulasgarden.com/55-great-books-for-gardeners-of-all-levels/ Mon, 24 Oct 2022 21:37:26 +0000 https://calendulasgarden.com/?p=1966 If you’re a gardener, then you know that there’s always more to learn. And what better way to expand your knowledge than by reading up on gardening?  We’re excited to share our favorite gardening books from our library with you. Whether it’s just starting out or if want more information on flower gardens, adding chickens...

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]]> Choosing the Best Raised Garden Bed https://calendulasgarden.com/how-to-choose-the-best-raised-garden-bed-for-your-needs/ Sun, 03 Jul 2022 07:35:00 +0000 https://calendulasgarden.com/?p=1270 Raised garden beds have many benefits. Not only do they make gardening easier, but they can also improve the quality of your soil and help you save money on groceries. However, with so many different types of raised garden beds available, it can be tough to choose the right one for your needs. In this...

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]]> How to Grow Collards in Containers https://calendulasgarden.com/how-to-grow-collards-in-a-container-garden/ Fri, 27 May 2022 19:28:43 +0000 https://calendulasgarden.com/?p=1108 Are you looking for a way to get more greens in your diet? If so, then you should consider growing collards. Collards are a leafy green vegetable that is related to cabbage. They are high in vitamins A, C, and K, minerals like potassium and calcium, as well as fiber. When you grow collards in...

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]]> What You Need to Know About Growing Lettuce in a Backyard Garden https://calendulasgarden.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-growing-lettuce-in-a-backyard-garden/ Tue, 10 May 2022 04:42:05 +0000 https://calendulasgarden.com/?p=1033 If you’re like most people, you probably think of lettuce as nothing more than a salad ingredient. But did you know that lettuce is actually a very versatile vegetable that can be used in all sorts of dishes? Lettuce is not only delicious, but it’s also packed with nutrients that are good for your health....

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