How to Prepare Your Raised Beds for Winter – The No Dig Way!
Writing this on a below-freezing day seems appropriate. We’ve just avoided the first frost, lifted our tender perennials, and staked overwintering kale, sprouts, and broccoli. The beds are weeded,...
Regardless of the type of lettuce you grow, spacing is everything. Planning your yields per person for the season ahead is tricky, as lettuces grow very different from one another, and some are...
We’ve all been there. We have dreams of garden grandeur and we have the best intentions of making those dreams a reality. But, one thing leads to another and suddenly those dreams get quickly moved...
Which Direction Should My Trellises Face? The Best Orientation for Each Trellis Type
Vertical gardening has become a popular option for gardeners that are working with limited space because it gives you the option to grow up instead of out. And the best way to garden vertically is...
There are a lot of discussions in the gardening world about whether or not sawdust is a suitable mulching material. Some say it’s great for weed suppression and moisture retention while others say...
One of the fun things about being a home gardener is getting to be creative with the tools and supplies we use in our gardens. Using recycled paper is a staple in my garden because it’s so...
