The Dirt on Covering Your Seeds
I still remember the first time I knelt down to plant a packet of wildflower seeds in my garden. I scattered them like a child tossing confetti, then promptly buried …
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What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 7-8
May in USDA zones 7-8 – when your garden is basically screaming "PUT ALL THE PLANTS IN ME!" If you're wondering what to plant in May in these delightful middle …
What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 4-6
In USDA zones 4-6, May isn't just about what to plant – it's about what not to plant too early, because one late frost can send your garden dreams back …
Embracing the insect invasion in the garden
By the time fall rolls around, the hostas and the roses, the kale and beets and tomatoes all show substantial insect/pest damage. They aren’t the only things in the garden …
City Slicker Seed Starting Mistakes
Seed starting mistakes. If you grow anything from seed, you've almost certainly made a few. In my case, I've started seeds too early, too late, outdoors when they should have …
Easy Ways to Start Growing Vegetables from Scraps
I admit it, I’m a scrapper. I love growing vegetables from scraps. It doesn’t always work, but when it does you get to give yourself a little pat on the …
What to Plant in April in USDA Zones 7-8
I'll admit it - I get a touch of garden envy scrolling through social media in April, watching you lucky zone 7-8 gardeners already digging in your sun-warmed soil. While …
What to Plant in April in USDA Zones 4-6
There's something quietly thrilling about those first April mornings in the garden. After what feels like an endless winter of thumbing through seed catalogs and sketching garden plans on scraps …
How to Make Natural Dyes from Vegetables
Have you ever wondered why so much packaging these days proudly says that they are dye-free and why so many children's products only use natural dyes? It's because commercial dyes …
Why Every Garden Needs a Pond: Boosting Soil Moisture and Supporting Wildlife
A well-maintained pond can be a game-changer, offering benefits beyond aesthetics. By boosting soil moisture, attracting beneficial wildlife and enhancing biodiversity, a pond helps your garden thrive naturally — without …
