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Gardening for Beginners: No Green Thumb? No Problem! Ivy’s Foolproof Guide

Ivy Green
February 9, 2025

I’m Ivy Green, your sassy guide for gardening success, and I’m here to tell you that you don’t need a green thumb to grow your own way. We’re going to break down the basics in a way that’s easy to understand.

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When to Start Seeds Indoors: A Comprehensive Guide

Ivy Green
February 8, 2025

Whether you’re a newbie who’s never held a trowel or a seasoned pro looking for a refresher, this guide is for you. We’ll break down everything you need to know about when to start seeds indoors, keeping it simple, sassy, and, most importantly, successful.

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Hardening Off Seedlings: Tips and Tricks for Success

Kevin Mansoor
February 8, 2025

What exactly is hardening off? In a nutshell, it’s the process of gradually acclimating your seedlings to the harsher conditions of the outdoors—the wind, the sun, the fluctuating temperatures. It’s like teaching them survival basics before they encounter the wild.

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The 13 Best Easy to Grow Garden Vegetables

Ivy Green
February 7, 2025

On this page, I will share with you the 13 easiest vegetables you can grow, even if you’ve never touched a trowel before. These are the no-fuss, low-maintenance, almost-guaranteed-to-succeed veggies that will make you feel like a gardening superstar.

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Book cover for "Ripe Rewards: Your Sassy Guide to Growing Epic Tomatoes" part of the "The DirtDivaDiaries Series: Grow Your Own Way" by Ivy Green and Kevin Mansoor. Cover has assorted vegetables at the top, the title, followed by a picture of Ivy waving and three red tomatoes above the author names.

Everything you need to know for homegrown tomatoes, delivered with a side of sass!

Learn all about how to grow vibrant, juicy, delicious tomatoes in your own backyard.

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Gardening is cheaper than therapy, and you get tomatoes.

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Book cover for "Gardening 101 with Ivy Green: A Beginner's Introduction to Home Food Gardening" part of the "The DirtDivaDiaries Series: Grow Your Own Way" by Ivy Green and Kevin Mansoor. Cover has assorted vegetables at the top, the title, followed by a picture of Ivy waving and three red tomatoes above the author names.
Book cover for "Ripe Rewards: Your Sassy Guide to Growing Epic Tomatoes" part of the "The DirtDivaDiaries Series: Grow Your Own Way" by Ivy Green and Kevin Mansoor. Cover has assorted vegetables at the top, the title, followed by a picture of Ivy waving and three red tomatoes above the author names.
Book cover for "Growing Blueberries: Your Guide to Growing Bushels of Blues" part of the "The DirtDivaDiaries Series: Grow Your Own Way" by Ivy Green and Kevin Mansoor. Cover has assorted vegetables at the top, the title, followed by a picture of Ivy waving and three red tomatoes above the author names.

Gardening Guides


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Container Gardening for Blueberry Plants: No Yard? No Problem!

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Beginner Gardening Advice: Ditch the Drama, Dig the Dirt!

Best Berries for Beginners: A Guide to Easy-Growing Varieties

Growing Herbs at Home: From Seed to Table, a Delicious Journey

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Container Gardening for Vegetables – Big Flavor in Small Packages

Homegrown Veggies: A Flavorful Adventure for the Whole Family

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Benefits of Eating Carrots: 11 Reasons to Add Them to Your Diet

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Growing Carrots: A Beginner’s Guide to Juicy Roots

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