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Getting Started with a New Yard

When you move you get a new yard which you may want to change to suit your needs. Assistant Professor of Residential and Consumer Horticulture Natalie Bumgarner explains the things you need to do to learn about your new yard and what to account for in planning changes. She talks about analyzing soil, drainage, plants, and more to determine what will grow best.

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Related Resources:
Soil Testing - University of Tennessee
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Developing a Home Landscape Plan
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    • Apple Trees: How-to and Information
    • Peach Trees: How-to and Information
    • Tomatoes: How-to and Information
    • Square Foot Garden Blog
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