While the actual experience of gardening will always be our best teacher, those of us who want our gardens to support local eco-systems can avoid some regrets (great and small) by using these … [Read more...]
Spring
How To Scarify Seeds Before Sowing For Better Germination Rates
If your seed packet says to nick, sand, or soak seeds before sowing, that's scarification. Scarification methods may improve germination rates in seeds with tough seed coats. Many seeds that need … [Read more...]
Tips For Direct Sowing Seeds Before Last Frost
With weeks to go before last frost in spring, there are plenty of cold-tolerant seeds including vegetables to sow in the garden. Use these tips to get your garden beds ready and start sowing. For … [Read more...]
Spring Gardening: Is It Safe To Plant Outdoors Yet?
Is it safe to plant yet? That’s the number one question in spring for cold climate gardeners as the days grow warmer and we’re eager to get outside and grow something. Use these tips to know what to … [Read more...]
How to Remove Weeds with a Steam Machine (Video & Photos)
If you have stubborn weeds growing between bricks on a patio or a stone pathway, a steam machine is an alternative solution to applying herbicides or spending countless hours trying to pry the weeds … [Read more...]
How to Grow Asparagus (and Plant Crowns)
Asparagus is a perennial vegetable crop suitable for cold climate gardens. I'll show you how to plant crowns (living roots) and get your asparagus patch established. With proper care the plants will … [Read more...]
Why Vegetables Bolt & How To Prevent It
Bolting can happen suddenly and ruin an entire crop in a vegetable garden. But what is bolting and can we prevent it? Find out why bolting occurs, recommended seeds to sow, and best practices to lower … [Read more...]
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