How can we attract a variety of pollinators to our gardens? Plant diversely. Each type of pollinator has unique needs that certain plants provide. Kim Eierman, author of The Pollinator Victory Garden, … [Read more...]
Books
Creating Beautiful Fabrics with Natural Dyes from Plants
Many of the plants we grow like lavender, nettles, goldenrod, and elderberries can be used as natural dyes for fabrics like cotton, linen plus wool and silk. Use this starter guide to begin creating … [Read more...]
10 Best Vegetables for Clay Soils
Clay soil can be challenging, but some vegetables not only tolerate it—they thrive in it. From broccoli to potatoes, your favorites might be on this list. Also see 50 Plants for Clay Soil | … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Perfect Kitchen Garden Location
Choosing the best spot for your kitchen garden to grow a variety of vegetables, fruits, and herbs means balancing priorities. We need sun and access to water but it’s also about convenience and … [Read more...]
Make a Chickadee Nesting Box (Free Plans)
Build a chickadee nesting box with these free plans. The hinged roof makes cleanup easy, so you can reuse the box year after year. I also have plans for making a wren nesting box and bluebird … [Read more...]
Welcome Bees—But Don’t Forget These Other Pollinators
In recent years we have seen a greater awareness of the importance of pollinators like birds, butterflies, and bees. But what about all the other pollinators that form our ecosystems? Find out what … [Read more...]
Container Vegetable Gardening: A Planting Plan for Spring Through Fall
Yes, you can grow a lot of veggies in containers using these succession planting plans to get continuous harvests from spring to fall. See what you can grow on your patio or balcony. Also … [Read more...]
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