Share Your Harvest With Wildlife—And Still Have Enough To Eat
June 17, 2015Some gardeners build Fort Knox around their vegetable plots to keep wild animals out. I simply grow enough to share.
3 Hydrangeas You’ll Love In Your Garden
June 11, 2015Don’t bother with hydrangeas that won’t bloom. These full-proof species will give you beautiful blossoms to admire.
Gardening Without Borders
June 5, 2015I’ve overcommitted myself to seeds and plants, meaning I need to look outside the Fortress Garden walls for growing space.
Gardening with Chickens
May 14, 2015Gardening with chickens can be a lot of fun. They’re often underfoot (and under shovel) doing some of the grunt work, like removing weedy sprouts and wriggling ground pests. The problem is that chickens don’t know when to stop helping. Growing food in small spaces is challenging enough on its own, but add a […]
5 Tips For a Dog-Friendly Garden
May 11, 2015Don’t let your garden and pooch vie for your adoration. Create a garden space that your dog can enjoy, too.
Oh, I Wish It Would Rain!
May 1, 2015Despite my best intentions in watering my garden, no irrigation I can provide seems to top the power of rainwater.
Fence Dogs Out of Your Garden
April 27, 2015Man’s best friend isn’t necessarily your garden’s BFF. Employ fencing to ensure dog’s aren’t tempted by your growing veggies.
Getting My Garden Freak On
April 17, 2015Yes, I could plant the same ol’ boring crops every year, but why? There are varieties of all shapes, sizes and colors waiting to be explored.
Girly-Girl Gardening
April 9, 2015Among the functionality of my Fortress Garden, I’ve dabbled in bits of pretty things to make my growing season that much more enjoyable.
10 Tips to Grow Great Lettuce
April 9, 2015As easy to grow and productive as lettuce is, everyone should be growing it in their gardens.
