Top 23 Cultivating Projects

1. 1. Growing Root Crops

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   Most root crops need to be sown outdoors and kept free of weeds to do well. With carefully selected varieties and successional sowing, ...

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2. 2. Shade Gardening Tips

   Check out these tips from the DIY Network experts on how to cultivate a shade garden.

3. 3. Propagating Perennials

   If you need more plants for your garden but are on a tight budget, follow these simple steps from the DIY Network experts to propagatin...

4. 4. Growing Brassicas

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   Brassicas are one of the hardiest winter crops, but also includes many summer favorites and Asian greens.

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5. 5. How to Grow Cucurbits

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   Cucurbits plants, which include pumpkins, zucchini and cucumbers, are great fun to grow. Trailing varieties look great scrambling up a ...

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6. 6. How to Choose and Use a Rototiller

   The rotary tiller, which uses metal tines to break up the soil, is one of the most valuable tools a garden can have. The professionals ...

7. 7. Forcing Bulbs Indoors

   The DIY Network experts explain the process of forcing spring-blooming bulbs indoors so you can enjoy their beauty ahead of schedule.

8. 8. Growing Alliums

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   Alliums include onions, leeks and garlic and are strongly-flavored and simple to grow on free-draining soils.

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9. 9. How to Start an Organic Garden

   

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   Organic gardening improves the soil, provides enjoyment and produces yummy vegetables.

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   2 hours

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   $50 - $100

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   Easy

10. 10. The Right Way to Plant a Tree

    DIY experts discuss how healthy roots and cultivating the surrounding soil are keys to success in planting a new tree.

11. 11. Soil Preparation

    Organic amendments will help correct soil deficiencies in a new garden.

12. 12. Preparing Soil for a Garden

    DIY experts discuss how important it is to thoroughly prepare soil for the garden.

13. 13. Growing Legumes

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    Pea and bean crops require less fertilizer than other vegetables because their roots are home to bacteria that take nitrogen from the a...

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14. 14. Soil Mix for Greenhouses

    DIY experts offer soil secrets for a successful greenhouse.

15. 15. How to Grow Fig Trees

    

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    Figs are a delicious and healthful fruit, and the trees are easy to grow. Just make sure to select a variety that’s right for you...

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    Several Months

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy