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30 Ways to Green Your Garden

Make the switch to easy and sustainable garden practices for a lush and healthier landscape (31 Photos)

Colleen Mullaney on Apr 18, 2011 at 4:08PM

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30 Ways to Green Your Garden

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Start Composting


Turning your kitchen and yard waste into compost is easy. Take green kitchen waste—vegetables, fruits, coffee grounds, and egg shells—and add brown waste, leaves, and water. Mix all together in a container or compost bin, keep moist and turn a few times per week. The result? Black Gold for your garden!

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