Straw is an incredible and magic resource for your garden. It provides so many benefits like improving soil quality, controlling weed pressure, and locking in moisture, just to name a few. In my opinion, everyone could benefit from adding straw mulch to their garden and I’m here to convince you why. I’ll be covering everything…
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 to the back burner as life takes over. So, how do you restore your now neglected and overgrown vegetable garden? …
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 it can do more harm than good. So, what’s the right answer? In short, yes, sawdust can be used as mulch. As…
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 versatile and provides many benefits to my plants. The best ways to use shredded paper in the garden…
There’s nothing worse than getting ready to plant your seeds or seedlings only to find that the soil in your beds has become hard and compacted and is less than ideal for planting. Despite your best efforts, no trowel or dibbler is getting through that tough soil. So, how do you fix this? The best…
Mushrooms growing in raised beds are cause for celebration, not a time for worry. Mushrooms grow in moisture-retentive, nutrient-rich, places where water levels are healthy and partial shade allows them to thrive. Essentially, mushrooms are an indicator of perfect conditions for most vegetables.