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    Greener GARDENING

    Aug 25, 2019 3 minutes
    TEXT BAUER SYNDICATION/YOUR HOME AND GARDEN

    Less than 100 years ago, the way people gardened was very much in tune with nature, and composting, companion planting and growing your own food were the norm. Modern gardening brought harmful chemicals and wasteful practices into the mainstream, but recently these methods are being rejected in favour of traditional techniques which are kinder to the environment. Follow these 10 steps and you’ll be well on your way to a more eco-friendly garden.

    1 GROW YOUR OWN

    Growing your own food can be hugely satisfying, even if you’re just

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