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Native plants
In our own yard, we are slowly trying to replace our existing landscaping with native plants. The natives thrive and require so much less work than the existing landscaping in…
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Needs increasing in Hamilton County
Click graph to expand. I recently sat in on a presentation from some representatives from the United Way of Central Indiana on the current economic environment in Hamilton County. It…
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CSA Time!
If you’re looking to supplement the produce you’re growing yourself this year, a CSA share is a great way to get local (often organically-grown) produce while supporting a local family…
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wanna make some pickles?
With all of those cucumbers we’ll be growing out at the Grace Garden this year, you’ll need to learn how to make pickles. Check out this local event for more…
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Adventures in Backyard Fruit Production
Purdue Extension is hosting training for anyone interested in fruit growing. If you attend any of the sessions, please be sure to let us know. We’re planning a perennial fruit…
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Mark your calendars!
On Thursday, July 2, Earth House will screen the award-winning film, The Garden at 7:30pm as part of the Earth House Food Independence Day Celebration. The Garden follows the story…
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organic gardening fundraiser
Going Local reports on Nature’s Crossroads, a new local venture hoping to increase the supply of local organic seeds and promote organic gardening here in Indiana. Nature’s Crossroads has also…
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Local gardening training
Check here for upcoming events and training for the Purdue Master Gardener’s Program. Leave a comment if you’re planning to attend any of these events, and you can possibly coordinate…
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Heart and Soil – Film Screening
We are finalizing details about this year’s Grace Garden and hope to have those out to everyone by the end of the month. In the meantime, I heard about a…
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Food, Farm & Energy Gathering
I attended last year’s Food, Farm, and Energy Gathering, and it was a great event. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to attend this year’s event, but I thought some of…