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Afternoon thunderstorms yield many benefitsDog Day afternoons can produce the makings of beneficial summer thunderstorms that are the lifeblood of lawns, flowerbeds, tomato plants, and gardens. The he ...

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Vego offers numerous raised bed options, but most are meant to sit directly on the ground. They are great if you’re planning ...