Use A Cold Frame To Jump-Start Your Growing Season
April 17, 2023You can get a jump on the growing season (without breaking the bank) by building a cold frame out of available materials. Here’s how to get started.
Video: Make An Obelisk Trellis From Tree Limbs & Sticks
April 6, 2023This DIY obelisk trellis is simple to construct and perfect for supporting top-heavy sunflowers, zucchini, morning glories and more.
Identify & Slow Destructive Asian Jumping Worms
March 30, 2023Find out how to identify Asian jumping worms, an invasive and destructive species, and what you can do to help slow its spread.
Seed Starting Basics (Excerpt: “Small-Scale Homesteading”)
March 22, 2023In this excerpt from “Small-Scale Homesteading,” authors Stephanie Thurow and Michell Bruhn provide a quick, comprehensive look at seed starting.
Raised Beds 101, From Materials To Building & More
March 20, 2023Raised beds offer growers numerous advantages, but knowing where to start can be challenging. We take a look at common materials and techniques for growing in raised beds.
Keep A Garden Journal To Record Growth & Changes
March 16, 2023A garden journal can help you track what works (and what doesn’t) in the garden. Recordkeeping can also help you adapt to climate change in the garden.
Make Compost Tea For Your Garden Soil (Excerpt)
March 10, 2023Give your soil a boost with some homemade compost tea. In this book excerpt, author Chris McLaughlin tells you how to “brew” your own.
Compost Like A Pro With This Simple Technique
March 8, 2023You don’t need an advanced-science degree or superhuman strength to compost effectively. These tips will get you composting in no time.
Favorite Jung & Johnny’s Seeds For Your 2023 Garden
March 1, 2023Interested in trying something new in the garden this year? Consider growing one of these interesting offerings from two of our favorite seed companies!
Winter Sowing The Spring Vegetable Garden
February 28, 2023Get a head start on growing season by germinating garden seeds now, during the late-winter months, with this simple-to-follow guide to winter sowing.
