6 Simple Steps to Crop Rotation
September 12, 2014Rotating plant families through your garden reduces pest pressure, improves soil nutrition and increases your harvest.
In Support of Beginning Gardeners
September 11, 2014This year, I witnessed a community of beginning gardeners learning as they grow, and those of us with more experience should be there to lend our support
7 Self-Sowing Annuals I Love
July 24, 2014Lighten your garden workload by planting self-seeding flowers that come back year after year without coaxing.
Why is Soil Great for Plants? The Answer Isn’t As Obvious As You’d Think
May 26, 2014Don’t overlook the importance of caring for your soil. Here are nine ways healthy soil benefits your farm crops.
Foliar Feed Vs. Soil Amendment—Which Fertilizer Is Better?
May 16, 2014Give your soil the nutritional boost it needs to support a healthy and delicious garden by weighing the benefits of foliar feeding and soil amending.
13 Trees, Shrubs and Flowers to Turn a Muddy Yard into a Garden You’ll Love
April 24, 2014If you have a low-lying, poorly drained or waterlogged area in your yard, you can create a bog garden rather than installing a drainage system or filling it in.
Build a Cold Frame from a Storm Door
March 22, 2014Larger than your typical cold frame, these plans will help you construct a place to extend the growing season of your favorite garden vegetables.
5 Tools I Can’t Garden Without
March 6, 2014While I have plenty of useful tools in my shed, there are five items that I can’t garden without. What’s your favorite must-have gardening item?
26 Farmers Share Their Best Start-up Tips
February 25, 2014There’s always something new to learn on the farm. If you’re just starting out, heed the advice of these farming pros.
Turn a Dresser into a Potting Bench
January 6, 2014Repurpose an old dresser into a station for organizing your seeds, pots and other garden essentials.
