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HOW TO GROW OUTDOOR VEGGIES

All WINTER

LONG

Want to enjoy garden-fresh veggies throughout the winter ? Monica Mansfield explains that , with a few steps , gardeners can protect their crops from the elements and reap the benefits during the coldest months . sually by the end of summer , gardeners are ready for a

Ubreak from garden chores . Winter is a time to rest our bodies and plan next year ’ s garden . However , the fruits and vegetables from the grocery store taste like disappointment , and by January or February , I ’ m craving garden-fresh produce again . Luckily , if we put in a little extra work later in the summer , it is possible to enjoy goodies from our gardens all winter long . by Monica Mansfield

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