http://www.artipot.com/authors/4983/dave-truman/ Latest articles by Dave Truman from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/397135/great-ideas-for-gardening-vegetables-in-the-fall.htm When the majority of people think of vegetable gardening, they instantly associate it with planting seeds in the spring and then harvesting the rewards in autumn. This does not mean, however, that gardening vegetables in the fall is not an option, too. Some plants are quite well disposed for being gardened during the fall. Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:43:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/397135/great-ideas-for-gardening-vegetables-in-the-fall.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/396429/5-top-model-train-accessories.htm Many people's first introduction to model railroading is with a simple circle or oval on a sheet of plywood. No scenery, no landscaping and maybe not even any buildings or vehicles. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 13:15:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/396429/5-top-model-train-accessories.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/395598/have-you-considered-gardening-shoes.htm Many of us have a garden in our homes. Your garden maybe just a tiny little patch, but it is still a garden. With a garden there is a price to pay, and that is keeping it looking great. So you head outside armed with all of your gardening tools and suddenly you're knee deep in dirt, mud and some muck. What happened to your gardening shoes that were supposed to protect your... Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:55:04 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/395598/have-you-considered-gardening-shoes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/395414/container-gardens-some-great-ideas.htm People who are working with small sized gardens often find themselves at a loss when it comes to what to do with their small space. By applying some well thought out ideas to your small garden, however, you can make it something beautiful. Remember that small spaces can still include lots of variety in both types of plants and colors. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:04:04 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/395414/container-gardens-some-great-ideas.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/383156/vegetable-gardening-vegetable-gardening-for-everyone.htm Vegetable gardening has all kinds of positives. It's fun, it's good exercise in fresh air, and (lastly, but not least) it provides tasty and healthy food. But nothing comes free. Gardening requires effort and attention. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:34:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/383156/vegetable-gardening-vegetable-gardening-for-everyone.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/290918/fall-vegetable-gardening-ideas.htm When the majority of people think of vegetable gardening, they instantly associate it with planting seeds in the spring and then harvesting the rewards in autumn. This does not mean, however, that gardening vegetables in the fall is not an option, too. Some plants are quite well disposed for being gardened during the fall. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:51:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/290918/fall-vegetable-gardening-ideas.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/284363/fine-gardening-skill-and-knowledge-required.htm Fine gardening can be a very worthwhile hobby, and a great way to improve the home. Fine gardening is usually started after a gardener has a great deal of experience with general gardening. Before working on fine gardening, a gardener probably should have developed a great deal of skill and knowledge. Sun, 15 Feb 2009 10:34:47 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/284363/fine-gardening-skill-and-knowledge-required.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/283567/suggestions-for-safe-gardening.htm Even though there is not any kind of large risk or danger involved in gardening, it is still important to be as safe as possible and thus avoid some possible safety issues. When you work in a larger scale garden, it is especially important to be careful while gardening. The plants you grow in your garden and your location will also affect the type of safety practices that... Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:32:50 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/283567/suggestions-for-safe-gardening.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/278353/gardening-ideas-for-container-gardens.htm People who are working with small sized gardens often find themselves at a loss when it comes to what to do with their small space. By applying some well thought out ideas to your small garden, however, you can make it something beautiful. Remember that small spaces can still include lots of variety in both types of plants and colors. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:39:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/278353/gardening-ideas-for-container-gardens.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/269066/what-are-weeds.htm We often think of weeds as isolated plants, but an 'underground view' shows that they're more like a tree on its side. The 'branches' are just the weed part that sticks up above ground. The 'trunk' is the web of material that connects them all. Getting one just disconnects that 'branch' from the 'trunk'. But the smaller they are the less time they've had to branch out.... Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:06:55 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/269066/what-are-weeds.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/253912/fertilizer-and-irrigation-ensure-gardening-success.htm Loamy soil, which is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay, is the best kind of soil for producing a healthy garden. It crumbles easily in your hand, and does not have too much clay, which retains moisture and messes with drainage. It is also not too sandy; therefore it provides adequate support for growing plants, and the needed nutrients. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:10:53 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/253912/fertilizer-and-irrigation-ensure-gardening-success.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/252210/vegetable-gardening-how-to-control-disease.htm The struggle to keep your plants free from disease is ongoing. One way to make the battle a little easier is by using a number of methods to protect your plants. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:44:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/252210/vegetable-gardening-how-to-control-disease.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/173116/vegetable-gardening-dealing-with-pests.htm Everyone loves fresh, home grown vegetables, including pests! These greedy little creatures often terrorize your garden in more ways than one, attacking not only the vegetables, but the leaves and roots as well, taking away the plants reproductive powers. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:05:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/173116/vegetable-gardening-dealing-with-pests.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/172977/pumpkin-growing.htm Pumpkins are great for a number of purposes. They can be used to make a great pie, and of course there's the traditional Halloween decoration. Fortunately, growing good ones takes only a modest amount of knowledge and care. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 07:43:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/172977/pumpkin-growing.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/170031/vegetable-gardening-preparation-for-planting.htm Once you've decided which vegetables you want to plant and where, there is still a little bit of preparation to complete before planting. To make a good garden you must have good soil. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:19:27 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/170031/vegetable-gardening-preparation-for-planting.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/169526/planning-your-vegetable-garden.htm Growing vegetables is much easier than many other plants. With just a minimum of good planning, proper planting and a little bit of care you'll have a bounty of tasty, natural things to eat. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:34:21 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/169526/planning-your-vegetable-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/163039/vegetable-gardening-container-gardening.htm Growing vegetables in containers - whether inside the house, in a greenhouse or just on the porch - has many advantages. Soil maintenance is easier. Pest control is simpler. There are more options for adjusting light and temperature levels. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:31:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/163039/vegetable-gardening-container-gardening.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/159574/using-organic-and-inorganic-methods-in-the-garden.htm Everywhere you turn nowadays, you see organic products being promoted. The grocery store is filled with organic items usually with a much higher price tag attached. Organic is marketed as being more environmentally safe. So naturally when planting a garden you want it to be more environmentally safe but there are also several traditional and commercial compounds that are... Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:21:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/159574/using-organic-and-inorganic-methods-in-the-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/158971/how-to-grow-vegetables-all-year-long.htm When you think of when you should plant your garden, most of us think of planting in the spring and harvesting in the fall. For most of the crops we plant this is right. But there are things to be taken into consideration such as plant species and climates variations. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 20:55:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/158971/how-to-grow-vegetables-all-year-long.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/151119/growing-a-vegetable-garden-indoors-and-outdoors.htm There are many differences when it comes to growing vegetables either outdoors or indoors. Soil type and preparation, watering practice, light control, disease and pest control differ between the two environments. Be sure to learn about the pros and cons of each before deciding to plant your garden. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:18:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/151119/growing-a-vegetable-garden-indoors-and-outdoors.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/150428/tips-for-growing-great-lettuce-in-your-garden.htm There's nothing better than a salad made with fresh lettuce from the garden. Adding lettuce to your garden can be a welcome addition. Not only is healthy and tasty to eat but it needs very little space to grow. But there are some guidelines you should know before planting lettuce. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:36:47 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/150428/tips-for-growing-great-lettuce-in-your-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/150007/fertilization-irrigation-tips-for-vegetable-gardening.htm Loamy soil will help you produce a productive, healthy garden. The soil should crumble in your hands and should have a minimal clay and sand mixture. Too much water is retained by clay-like soil, which doesn't allow for proper drainage. Nutrients are lacking in andy soil, and there is little support and water retention. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 05:26:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/150007/fertilization-irrigation-tips-for-vegetable-gardening.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/149983/how-to-create-compost-for-your-garden.htm Adding compost to your vegetable garden provides an excellent natural fertilizer. Compost is a mixture of organic matters such as leaves, manure, table scraps. These items are left in a pile to decay where soil organisms will break it down into a fine, homogeneous soil additive for your garden. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:56:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/149983/how-to-create-compost-for-your-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/147968/vegetable-gardening-tips-for-growing-tomatoes.htm Tomatoes are a wonderful addition to any vegetable garden. They add zing and a variety of healthy ingredients to any meal. But growing them can be a little tricky in some areas. Here are some tips about how to maximize your crop and minimize your problems producing them. Fri, 06 Jun 2008 22:23:08 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/147968/vegetable-gardening-tips-for-growing-tomatoes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/147306/container-gardening-growing-vegetables-in-containers.htm Growing vegetables in containers - whether inside the house, in a greenhouse or just on the porch - has many advantages. Soil maintenance is easier. Pest control is simpler. There are more options for adjusting light and temperature levels. Fri, 06 Jun 2008 05:16:53 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/147306/container-gardening-growing-vegetables-in-containers.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/146903/vegetable-gardening-disease-control-tips.htm Keeping your vegetables disease free is an ongoing effort. But that chore is made easier when you employ a broad-based effort that doesn't rely solely on one method. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:45:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/146903/vegetable-gardening-disease-control-tips.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/146253/controlling-pests-in-your-vegetable-garden.htm Pests, deer, rabbits, mice, and insects all love your fresh, home grown vegetables. And they go a step further, munching on leaves and roots. These creatures not only eat the vegetable but also prevent the plant from producing. Wed, 04 Jun 2008 21:26:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/146253/controlling-pests-in-your-vegetable-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/133091/how-to-fertilize-your-vegetable-garden.htm Fertilizer is an important part of a successful garden, but using the wrong one or using the right one the wrong way can cause problems. Overuse is one of the most common problems, especially in the case of slow-release fertilizers. Thu, 08 May 2008 07:34:55 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/133091/how-to-fertilize-your-vegetable-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/130970/the-best-vegetable-gardening-tips.htm Most of us go to the grocery store to get our produce. By doing a little planning, you will be able to grow your own. There are numerous vegetables to choose from and many gardening tips to help you obtain a fruitful garden. Thu, 01 May 2008 16:51:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/130970/the-best-vegetable-gardening-tips.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/130919/are-organic-gardening-supplies-a-safer-alternative.htm Now a days it it's quite common to look around and see people trying to go green. They may drive electric cars or use natural compost or fertilizer. Some gardeners now use nothing but organic products and tools. Organic gardeners need supplies that may differ a little from the conventional gardener in order to sustain their gardens. 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