It’s time to start dreaming about and planning your garden! Over the years I’ve learned that my garden’s success is tied to how well I plan ahead. But often, when we plan our gardens, we skip right to the “what am I going to plant” part. We’ll get there, but first, there are seven things…
What purpose does knowing your garden zone serve? As a beginning gardener, I was mistaken in my thinking about what a garden zone actually means. I thought my garden zone dictated when I should plant my crops. In Zone 7, for instance, I assumed all those in zone 7 would plant at the same time….
We all know the abundant benefits of gardening such as having fresh grown food and the joy you receive in watching your crops grow. Not only that, you also get the pleasure of enjoying preserved food that you grew and if your family gets involved in your gardening efforts, just think of all the great…
Saving seed from your garden crops is a great way to save money on the following year’s planting. Plus, how rewarding is it to know that you are able to grow crops from your own seeds and know your crops will grow better because they are already accustomed to your climate and growing conditions? Before…
We are closing in on the time of year where we will soon begin to feel the cooler temperatures in the morning and know that fall is on its way. If you live in a temperate climate with a marked winter season, you know that the first fall frost will be coming soon. What does…
Do you sometimes look at your garden in the middle of the summer and notice empty spots where some crops have come out or tired plants that need to be pulled? You may assume it’s too late in the year to plant anything new and still get a harvest before the cool weather comes, but…
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