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Stake tomato plants to grow off the ground to produce better quality fruit

There are several advantages to staking and training tomato plants in the home garden. Tomato plants trained so they are growing off the ground often produce better quality fruit than those allowed to sprawl on the ground. This is, in part because foliar disease problems are generally less severe due to better air circulation. Training tomatoes also conserves valuable garden space for gardeners with small plots. Plus, trained tomatoes are easier to cultivate and harvest.

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Sign Up for Fun Summer Camps with Girl Scouts at Camp Catron

A variety of themed camps with transportation options and financial aid available Camp Catron offers a beautiful outdoor setting, exhilarating activities, and more for Girl Scouts! Along with engaging summer camp programs, Girl Scouts can enjoy updated amenities all throughout the camp. New elements have been added to Eugene’s Adventure Course, an outdoor course suspended among the treetops, that includes a 30 feet free fall and zip lines that are close to 500 feet long.

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The rise in all-electric homes

When asked to think of modern homes, many people might think of minimalism, neutral colors, open concept floor plans, and large windows without treatments. While each of those features are components of modern homes, just what qualifies as “modern” is ever-changing and often a reflection of what buyers are looking for. And lately, many buyers are looking for allelectric homes.

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