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Planting — Page 5

When to Plant a Garden in Minnesota: Frost-Free Timeline by Crop Type

September 30, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When to Plant a Garden in Minnesota: Frost-Free Timeline by Crop Type

Planting a garden in Minnesota means working with a short but sweet window between frosts—get the timing wrong, and you’ll watch your seeds turn to ice instead of harvests. Minnesota’s 120–160 frost-free days 🌱 demand…

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When to Plant Garden Bulbs: Moon Phase Secrets for Stronger Blooms

September 30, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When to Plant Garden Bulbs: Moon Phase Secrets for Stronger Blooms

Plant bulbs in your garden when soil temperatures drop below 60°F and the moon is in its waxing phase for stronger roots and bigger blooms —a timing trick many gardeners overlook. Did you know the moon’s phases can…

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When Is the Best Time to Plant a Garden in Ohio: Frost-Free Timeline by Crop Type

September 30, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When Is the Best Time to Plant a Garden in Ohio: Frost-Free Timeline by Crop Type

The best time to plant a garden in Ohio depends on your crop type and local frost dates, with most regions aiming for mid-April through late May to avoid late freezes. Ohio’s unpredictable spring frost can turn your…

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About Me

Perry Lattimore

Perry Lattimore
I’ve always had a soft spot for the quiet magic of a thriving garden—whether it’s the first green shoots breaking through soil in spring or the way a well-tended plant can turn a corner of the world into a little sanctuary. My family’s backyard in rural Michigan was my first classroom, where I learned that gardening isn’t just about growing things; it’s about patience, curiosity, and the small joys of watching life unfold. Here, I share the lessons I’ve picked up along the way, from the tried-and-true to the happily surprising, so you can find the same joy in your own patch of earth.

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