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McClendon’s Select is a premier organic specialty farm based in Peoria, Arizona. With a commitment to sustainable agriculture, they provide the desert region with an exceptional variety of organic vegetables, citrus, honey, and dates. Through Open Gates Farm, they share their expertise in desert cultivation and their passion for farm-to-table quality
Water saving tips for using spring rain wisely in a backyard garden with mulched beds
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Water Saving Tips That Help Backyard Gardens Use Spring Rain More Wisely

Practical water-saving tips can help backyard gardeners get more value from spring rain instead of losing moisture too quickly or adding extra watering before it is needed. Spring often brings mixed weather, with rain followed by wind, sun, or quick temperature…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 21, 2026
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8 Backyard Garden Tips That Help New Growers Avoid Common Mistakes

Good backyard garden tips can save time, reduce waste, and help plants grow with fewer problems. Many new growers start with strong interest but weak planning, which often leads to crowded beds, poor soil, and uneven watering. A few simple habits…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 21, 2026
Farm life tips for keeping daily work simple in an organized backyard farm space
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Farm Life Tips That Help Backyard Growers Keep Daily Work More Simple

Useful farm life tips can make daily outdoor work feel lighter, clearer, and easier to repeat. Even a small backyard growing space can create a surprising number of chores once planting, watering, harvesting, cleanup, and storage all start happening at once.…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 20, 2026
Garden tips for planning backyard beds with clear pathways and practical growing space
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Garden Tips That Help Backyard Growers Plan Better Beds Before Planting

Useful garden tips can make a backyard garden easier to manage before a single seed goes into the soil. Many growing problems start with layout, not care. Beds that are hard to reach, placed in poor light, or designed without clear…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 18, 2026
Planting tips for backyard vegetable planting with neat and evenly spaced garden rows
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Planting Tips That Help Backyard Garden Rows Grow More Evenly

Useful planting tips can help a backyard garden grow more evenly from the very beginning. Many row problems start before seedlings appear—when seed depth varies, spacing is rushed, or soil is uneven across the bed. A few simple habits at planting…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 18, 2026
Planting tips for backyard gardens with seed rows and healthy young seedlings
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Planting Tips That Help Backyard Seeds and Seedlings Start More Strongly

Good planting tips can shape the success of a garden long before harvest. Many common backyard issues begin right at the start—when seeds are planted too deep, seedlings go into poor soil, or planting happens under the wrong conditions. A strong…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 17, 2026
Growing Hacks That Help Backyard Crops Recover Faster After Weather Stress
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Growing Hacks That Help Backyard Crops Recover Faster After Weather Stress

Useful growing hacks can help backyard crops recover more steadily after wind, heavy rain, sudden heat, or a sharp drop in temperature. Weather stress is common in home gardens, and even strong plants can look weak for a short time after…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 17, 2026
Farm life tips for spring preparation in a backyard farm space with tools and tidy beds
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Farm Life Tips That Help Backyard Growers Prepare Better for Spring Work

Useful farm life tips can make spring work feel much more manageable for backyard growers. Early in the season, it’s common to face a long list of tasks all at once—cleanup, planting prep, tool checks, soil work, and planning for the…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 17, 2026
Soil tips for refreshing healthy garden soil in a backyard bed after winter
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Soil Tips That Help Backyard Gardens Recover Better After Winter

Useful soil tips can help a backyard garden recover after winter and set the stage for a stronger growing season. Cold weather, heavy rain, wind, and long periods of inactivity often leave beds compacted, uneven, or low in surface life by…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 17, 2026
Soil tips for raised beds with healthy garden soil and productive vegetable growth
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Soil Tips That Help Raised Beds Stay Productive for Longer

Practical soil tips can help raised beds stay productive well beyond the first planting season. Many gardeners build raised beds for better control, a cleaner layout, and easier access, but those advantages can fade if the soil isn’t maintained properly. Good…
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Posted by Avatar photo McClendon’s Select April 16, 2026

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Planting tips for preparing a backyard bed surface before making even garden rows

Open Gates Farm is a dedicated resource for backyard growers who believe that a successful harvest starts with a smart plan. We move beyond basic gardening advice to focus on the structural foundation of a great garden—layout, soil recovery, and efficient seasonal routines. Whether you are mapping out your first raised bed or looking to streamline your spring farm prep, our goal is to open the gate to a more manageable, productive, and stress-free homesteading experience.

Open Gates Farm is a dedicated resource for backyard growers who believe that a successful harvest starts with a smart plan. We move beyond basic gardening advice to focus on the structural foundation of a great garden—layout, soil recovery, and efficient seasonal routines. Whether you are mapping out your first raised bed or looking to streamline your spring farm prep, our goal is to open the gate to a more manageable, productive, and stress-free homesteading experience.

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