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Featured: Getting to Know Your Food Source

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Following the year 2020, our country continues to face extraordinary challenges. Many of us are turning to backyard food production to both save money and feel secure about our food supply. Stark Bro’s has always taken our mission to educate and support the home grower seriously, and we’re still here for you today.

How to Build a Permaculture Fruit Tree Guild

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Maximize your growing space and create a thriving edible oasis with a fruit tree guild!

Planning a Fall Garden

Fall crop harvest

You may still be reaping the benefits of your summer harvest and have not yet thought about what to plant next. Cooler weather is around the corner and it is time to start planning your fall garden!

Fruit Preservation Round Up

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If you’re growing your own fruit, you know that it’s nearly impossible to enjoy it all fresh without preserving some of your harvest.

Small Space Growing

Tower Garden Box

More people than ever are interested in growing their own food and the Victory Garden movement is here! Not all of us have acres of land to work with but that doesn’t mean you can't have a plentiful harvest right out of your backyard.

Preparing Your Soil for Winter

Whether you are growing ornamentals or edibles, preparing soil for winter is essential for year-round success in the home garden. Give this a try this fall!

How to Espalier Fruit Trees

Example of fruit tree being espaliered on a wooden fence

The art of espalier is all about selectively pruning and training to a desired shape. Follow these steps and learn how to espalier fruit trees.

Grow a Flavorful Landscape

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Don’t let a lack of space or time stop you from growing your own edible landscape plants. Here are some creative tips for planning your landscape.

Garden Wines from Fruits & Berries

You don’t have to grow grapes to make wonderful wines at home. Here are some tips and tools to make your own garden wines, from author Nan K. Chase.

Recycle Your Christmas Trees into the Landscape

Example of using Christmas tree branches for mulch

There are numerous ways to reuse and recycle Christmas trees after the holidays. Here are a few tips and ideas from gardening expert, Melinda Myers.

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