Keeping food scraps for composting has two magical powers. It diverts the waste from landfills, and the compost provides beneficial organic matter to support plant growth. There are fast, efficient … [Read more...]
Garden Fundamentals
How to Choose the Right Seeds for Your Garden
So, you’re ready to start growing plants from seed indoors for your outdoor garden, but how do you know what seeds to get? Which ones are best for your garden? Which seed sellers can you trust? These … [Read more...]
How to Build Your Own Backyard Pond (With Video)
Watch how I built a pond in my backyard without any help. I've shared tips for moving heavy rocks and get everything set up so the pond works beautifully. For ideas on pond designs, also … [Read more...]
7 Weeding Tips Every Gardener Should Know
These weeding tips offer helpful ways to tame your garden. Find out smart ways to remove weeds easily, and stop or slow their growth in your yard without the use of toxins or poisons. Privet, spurge, … [Read more...]
Easy Composting Without Pests (Sorry, Rats!)
Need a rat-proof compost bin that keeps rodents including mice out? This tumbler compost bin keeps your food scraps away from pests and makes good compost for the garden. For more about how to … [Read more...]
10 Smart Reasons to Use Raised Beds in Your Garden
If you have struggled with poor soil conditions, switching to raised garden beds may be the solution you have been looking for. Find out all the benefits to growing in raised beds. Also … [Read more...]
What to Sow in Fall Before It Snows
Fall is the time to sow many spring-flowering seeds and bulbs, as well as cover crops to enrich the soil. There is a complete printable fall garden task checklist here. I love that in … [Read more...]