Farm & Fiber Knits · Article
| Type | Article |
|---|---|
| From | Farm & Fiber Knits |
| Author | Donna Brown |
| Published | November 27, 2024 |
| Format |
A guide to common dye plants, growing zones, and the colors they produce.
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If you are interested in planting your own dye garden, you only need a little space, basic gardening skills, and a sense of adventure. Enjoy this 1-page PDF guide with 22 common dye plants, growing zones, and the colors they produce.
Plants found in this guide include:
Cover photo by Janét Bare; illustrations by Ann Sabin Swanson
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