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Growing Sunchokes in a Bucket
http://fivegallonideas.com/growing-sunch...-a-bucket/

EXCERPT: Sunchokes, also known as Jerusalem artichokes, do well in a bucket, as you can see above. The edible part is the tuber, found below the ground, where the plant stores its nutrients. When the season ends and the above ground part of the plant starts to die, it’s time to dig up your tubers. Sunchokes are a very cold-hardy plant....



Camping tips for beginners
http://www.personalcreations.com/blog/ca...-beginners

EXCERPT: You’ve been looking forward to this for a while. A long weekend of camping with your family, who get to learn about nature by being a part of it for a couple of nights. The lack of bathroom and shower facilities will certainly come as a shock to them, especially if you have younger kids, but the experience will be well worth it.

The idea of “roughing it” has always had a simple allure. However even when you’re immersed in the elements for just a few nights, there are still a lot of necessities to bring along. Aside from the basics like bottled water and flashlights, you’ll also need a working knowledge of how to pitch a tent, make a fire, or go fishing for your dinner. Luckily, we’ve created a simple guide that’ll make you feel like an expert in no time. Keep reading for easy tutorials on all the camping must-knows, plus a comprehensive list of everything to pack for a few days outdoors....



How to Start a Garden When You Don’t Have a Green Thumb
http://thefrugalchicken.com/how-to-start...een-thumb/

EXCERPT: Want to plant a garden, but think you have a brown thumb (I’m raising my hand)? I’ve invited my friend Mary Jane to show you how easy it is to start your spring garden – and be successful at it! Take it away, Mary Jane!...



Leafy Greens For Healthy Hens! [Podcast]
http://thefrugalchicken.com/leafy-greens...s-podcast/

EXCERPT: And now is the perfect time to start them! While I don’t personally like leafy greens too much, my hens gobble them up whenever we throw some bunches into the coop. Greens are also easy to grow, and an easy way to save a bit of money. In this episode, we discuss several varieties of leafy greens that are perfect for your hens....