Overwintering Annuals
December 27, 2012I trust everyone had a wonderful holiday and is looking forward to a stellar 2013 gardening season. I know I am.
Tomato Fertilizer Experiments
May 17, 2012As always, mid-May is tomato-planting time in my garden. Every year, I grow my favorites plus a few “experimental” varieties, and this year is proving to be no different.
How to Grow Cool-season Pastures
October 14, 2011Put the chill on your winter feed expenses by planting cool-season forages for your livestock.
Fertilizer Factor
September 15, 2011I spent the morning mowing the lawn. It’s a beautiful day here, and even riding the mower was a pleasure. I don’t often write about my lawn because I really don’t care that much about it. I’m not one of those people who think of the lawn as part of the garden. We don’t really do much to it except mow. Don’t get me wrong, I love the look of a lush, green, well-maintained lawn, but I don’t think a person needs to spend time and money to have that. It’s not worth it to me, I guess.
Test Soil Despite Drought
November 19, 2010This season, farmers should continue to test soil for nutrient needs, even if their area is a little dry.
