Any BGOL dudes into gardening?

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In a hot L.A. neighborhood full of brown lawns, his DIY native plant garden thrives

He killed his Bermuda grass lawn with cardboard and planted plants better suited for California. Six years later, his DIY yard is thriving.

www.latimes.com

 

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If You Want Healthy Plants, Do This Plant Expert-Approved Simple Task Every Day

Your houseplants might not be able to speak words aloud, but they can tell you a lot if you learn how to listen. And there's a very easy task you can be doing every day to keep your houseplants healthy.

www.apartmenttherapy.com

 

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This is PLANT PPL, where we spotlight people of color in the plant world

In our Plant PPL series, we interview people of color in the plant world, including plantfluencers, plant stylists, floral artists, enthusiasts, experts and garden store owners.

www.latimes.com

 

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The 'Black Thumb' is here to stop you from killing orchids

Terry Richardson, aka the Black Thumb on Instagram and TikTok, can show you how to keep your orchids alive.

www.latimes.com

 

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Plants saved her life. Now she's helping others heal at her L.A. plant shop

Barbara Lawson used gardening to pull herself out of depression. Now, she's sharing the healing powers of plants with others at her South Bay plant shop.

www.latimes.com

No yard? No problem. She'll teach you to grow mobile gardens that'll shift your thinking

Taylor Lindsey connects L.A. to urban farming practices through the Plant Plug, her South Los Angeles nursery and garden. She also hosts monthly gardening workshops.

www.latimes.com

 

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Plants gave her hope in prison and a new life after she left

Plants sustained Genea Richardson in prison and led to a job after she got out. She now trains formerly incarcerated people to work in landscaping.

www.latimes.com

She's effortlessly cool — and so is her charming plant shop

Jennifer Aragon infuses the Green Place in Fullerton with homey touches that tap into her Hawaiian, Filipino and Spanish roots.

www.latimes.com

Need a houseplant delivery, stat? Call the Plant Mon, L.A.’s hippest 'plant concierge'

Says Louis Easton, aka the Plant Mon: "In the Black community, if you say you work like a Jamaican, it means you wear many hats. And that's me."

www.latimes.com

 

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The Durans are just so damn fun — and so is their inviting plant shop

Run by three siblings, Semilla has become a community gathering place in downtown Fullerton.

www.latimes.com

 

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How East New York Farms Is Revitalizing a Brooklyn Neighborhood

East New York Farms is using its operations to build food security and provide jobs for its neighborhood, especially for young people.

civileats.com

Civil Eats

Civil Eats is a news source for critical thought about the American food system. Read our latest reporting on U.S. food and agriculture.

civileats.com

 

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Everything I’m Seeding in August

Like you, I look forward to putting away the seed trays and heat mats and seed domes for their long winter slumber, and regaining my office shelves. It's been a long season. But first, a few more tasks.

lifehacker.com

 

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Use These Tomato Care Tips for the Best Homegrown Tomatoes

We asked a NYC rooftop farmer to share his tricks for juicier, yummier tomatoes.

food52.com

 

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All the Gardening Tasks You Should Do in September

All that work gleaning, collecting seed, seeding green spaces, and changing over the beds in your garden this month will make sure it's in good shape for next year. Here are all the gardening tasks you should be doing in September.

lifehacker.com

 

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Digging into the colonial roots of gardening

This episode explores how colonial history has affected what we plant and who gets to garden. We also discuss practical gardening tips with an eye to Indigenous knowledge.

theconversation.com

https://dont-call-me-resilient.simplecast.com/episodes/digging-into-the-complicated-colonial-roots-of-gardening

 

[HellBoy]

I have Basil, oregano and thyme growing.

 

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These Six Herbs Are Best Planted in Fall

Sure, particularly tender herbs like basil and, well, Thai basil aren’t going to thrive, but quite a few herbs are cold hardy and hot to go.

lifehacker.com

 

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All the Gardening Tasks You Should Do in October

Winter is coming, and it’s time to kick your fall garden cleanup into high gear. Here's what to do in October to build next year’s garden while you’re doing clean up and remediation for fall.

lifehacker.com

 

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How To Plant A Peach Seed So You Can Grow Your Own Tree

Learn how to plant a peach seed and grow your own peach tree with this step-by-step guide. Discover how to gather and prepare peach seeds, as well as care tips for successful growth.

www.southernliving.com

 

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10 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs

Practice grows progress.

getpocket.com

 

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A Black Market for Rare Succulents Is Emerging Across the Globe

The dark side of plant parent mania.

getpocket.com

 

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How to Start a Hydroponic Garden for Endless Herbs and Fresh Greens Year-Round

Hydroponic gardening rewards you with healthy, delicious produce—and a new way to engage with growing and harvesting.

www.marthastewart.com

 

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You Can Fit an Entire Garden’s Worth of Vegetables in One Planter

We tapped a pro to show us how.

getpocket.com

 

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Fruit, Vegetable, & Herb Garden Growing Tips

There’s a certain satisfaction to growing your own ingredients. With our expert advice on growing fruits, vegetables, and herbs, you'll harvest a bounty from your kitchen garden, raised beds, or windowsill garden.

www.southernliving.com

Gardening Ideas | Southern Living

Southern Living has gorgeous plans and how-tos for creative gardening ideas that inspire every gardener to go outside and plant something.

www.southernliving.com

 

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This is PLANT PPL, where we spotlight people of color in the plant world

In our Plant PPL series, we interview people of color in the plant world, including plantfluencers, plant stylists, floral artists, enthusiasts, experts and garden store owners.

www.latimes.com

I collect plants and they clean the air indoors. I'm going to start gardening once I get a home with land.

 

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Your common questions about indoor plants, answered

Thirsty? Lack of light? Need to get rid of gnats? Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about houseplants.

www.latimes.com

Plants

Your go-to place for houseplants and gardening tips and tricks.

www.latimes.com

 

[DC_Dude]

If anyone knows the black business thread, please post there too

 

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Gardening Is Therapy: A Soothing Escape and a Path to Fresh, Homegrown Food

As we navigate a new grim normal, nothing is as therapeutic as gardening.

balleralert.com

 

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You don't need land to grow plants. Show us your small-space container garden

Are you growing food, flowers and other plants on a patio, balcony or deck? Tell us about your small-space container garden so we can share what you've learned.

www.latimes.com

My house didn’t burn but ash from the L.A. fires fell in my yard. Can I eat from my garden? Is my soil safe?

Ash from urban wildfires is potentially full of heavy metals and other toxins. Here's a guide for what to do if ash is covering your soil, plants and veggies.

www.latimes.com

 

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Why scientists are enlisting fungi to save endangered plants

The mycorrhizae that live among and in plant roots can boost the health of certain species, and even whole ecosystems — but scientists warn against a one-size-fits-all approach

knowablemagazine.org

 

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What to plant in March – 9 of the best flowers, fruits and vegetables to sow in early spring to kickstart your 2025 growing season

With the arrival of spring, you will be spoilt for choice when deciding what to plant in March

www.homesandgardens.com

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Homes & Gardens: The World's Home Design Bible - Design & Decorating Ideas

www.homesandgardens.com

 

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The Return of Aztec Floating Farms

In Mexico City, a 700-year-old Aztec farming technique is giving a sustainable edge to modern agriculture.

getpocket.com

 

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Why ‘Soil Blocking’ Is a Better Way to Grow Your Seeds

Forget plastic seed trays and root-bound seedlings. Soil blocking is a revered, time-tested method that produces the healthiest seedlings. Here's how to make soil blocks.

lifehacker.com

 

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The Seven Vegetables You Should Always Grow From Seeds (and Why)

To save money, energy, and to get week after week of crops instead of one big harvest, the key is to sow your own seeds, directly in the garden. This is especially for these seven vegetables.

lifehacker.com

Home & Garden - Tips, Tricks and Hacks for Doing Everything Better | Lifehacker

From manageable home improvement projects and cleaning, to gardening and pet care, here's everything you need to know about buying, selling, and maintaining your home.

lifehacker.com

 

[HellBoy]

I harvested parsley for the first time. Pretty cool.

 

[godofwine]

For those who are planning on doing a garden this year, contact this site as soon as possible. I already ordered my praying mantis at cases. I ordered 50 for $125. I'll keep 24 my yard and distribute 30 throughout my community to keep down pests.

They are legit and I have ordered from them for years. They ship quickly, but you want to get them now because when they're gone they're gone so you don't want to wait until May when you start planting

 

[HellBoy]

For those who are planning on doing a garden this year, contact this site as soon as possible. I already ordered my praying mantis at cases. I ordered 50 for $125. I'll keep 24 my yard and distribute 30 throughout my community to keep down pests.

They are legit and I have ordered from them for years. They ship quickly, but you want to get them now because when they're gone they're gone so you don't want to wait until May when you start planting

This is something I'll keep in mind when I expand outside. Right now, I am just growing herbs on the patio, so insects aren't an issue yet.

 

[Sango]

I'll search this post later but does anyone recommend a safe sealer for a raised outdoor garden bed? Tung, etc...