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I grew up with my grandfather’s hands in the dirt, teaching me that the best lessons in life come from watching things grow. My backyard has been a mix of triumphs and total failures—some plants thrived, others met their end under my well-intentioned (but sometimes overzealous) care.
This site is where I share what’s worked for me, what hasn’t, and the little tricks I’ve picked up along the way to help others turn their green thumbs into something even greener.
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