Fencing Out Deer? Make Sure the Fence Bottom is Secure
July 18, 2023Have deer been breaching your orchard fence? Give the bottom a thorough examination. Perhaps deer are going under the fence rather than over it.
Simplify Garden Watering With Some Hose Splitters
July 4, 2023Have you ever tried to navigate a long hose through a large garden? It’s not nearly as easy as it sounds. That’s when hose splitters come to the rescue.
Embrace Hand Tools On National Gardening Exercise Day
June 6, 2023Did you know June 6 is National Gardening Exercise Day? It’s a day hobby farmers should be keen to celebrate. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Do You Need A Rototiller To Start A Garden?
May 16, 2023Do you need a rototiller to start a garden? The tool surely prepares a growing space quickly, but a no-till approach can be more beneficial to soil in the long run.
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.
