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  • The Martian:  Many of us watched and loved the movie. Some of us read the book. A few of us got inspired to use the story to teach plant science to students. The Martian  by Andy Weir tells the … answer my first question:  what happens if we try to plant seeds in this stuff?  Put another way, is it possible to grow plants in Martian soil without adding anything? To answer this …
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  • … February is such an exciting month for gardeners—time for the first seeds to get started indoors, and time for our Seed Swap! As you pull out your … old, or questionably stored seeds can test a gardener’s patience and sanity, as even the best-tended pots and plots can’t make nonviable seeds sprout. Seeds don’t live forever (at Seed … before you get started—“packed for” dates and germination percentages for that year go a long way in helping you determine which seeds to test. 3 Easy Steps Gather your supplies Plain paper …
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  • … There is nothing like opening a jar of home-canned tomatoes on a cold, snowy January day. The bright color and aroma of tomatoes, whether in a rich tomato sauce or as a base for salsa, bring back the warmth and long sunny days of summer. Canning is also a great way to make the most of your harvest—especially any not-so-perfect produce. Start when there’s a … There is nothing like opening a jar of home-canned tomatoes on a cold, snowy January day. The bright color and aroma of tomatoes, whether in a rich tomato sauce or as a base for
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  • … Blog followers will remember that in the first “How to Train Your Plant” post, we demonstrated how plants respond to the gravitational pull of the … tendency to grow up—if it’s too challenging, it won’t work. Trust me, I learned this the hard way. When the maze is complete, give your beans a last bit of water, and maybe a kiss, and then …
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  • … Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of … and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate …
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  • … Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of … and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate …
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  • … Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of … and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate …
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  • … Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of … and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate …
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  • … Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of … and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate …
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  • … Lie down, get comfortable, and experience the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of … and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate …
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