I love harvest time every year! While full harvest mode starts in the fall, you may already have a trickle of fresh garden goodies to enjoy. By August and beyond, the long hours in the garden are finally paying off, and while we enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, we can’t possibly eat all of them …
Vegetable Gardening
If you have limited space for a garden or want something more accessible and lower maintenance than a traditional garden, raised beds may be the answer. Raised bed gardening involves growing plants in soil higher than the natural ground level, often enclosed by some sort of frame. There are many different types of raised garden …
Getting lettuce from my garden is like nothing else: fresh, crisp, and delicious! Do you know how to grow lettuce? It’s really easy, and with a bit of planning, you can grow lettuce year-round.! I LOVE fresh salads in the winter! There are 2 secrets to the growing lettuce throughout the year. The first is …
No room for a garden at your home? Don’t despair: you can still grow veggies in pots! The lack of a spacious yard or garden shouldn’t prevent you from being able to grow your own food. From eggplant to broccoli, tomatoes to peppers, you can grow your own fresh food easily in pots. 1. Tomatoes …
As the ground starts warming up in the bright spring sunshine, it is time to prepare your garden plot. Early spring preparations are the foundation for a long and bountiful growing season. While getting your garden ready for spring may be backbreaking, these steps will help produce a healthy garden. As a long-time gardener, I’ve …
If you’re looking for an easy way to pack more nutrients into your meals without going broke, sprouts are the answer. These tiny greens are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals, and can easily be grown at home for a fraction of the cost of store-bought sprouts. @BobbyParrish shares a video on Youtube showing just …
Gardening is one of life’s simple joys. There’s just something special about spending time outdoors, tending to plants, and watching them grow. If you’re thinking about starting your own garden, you’re in good company! Many people find it to be a relaxing and rewarding way to connect with nature. If you’ve never gardened before, it …
Carrots are a rewarding crop, but achieving those perfect, uniform roots requires just a little extra care. The secret? Creating the right environment from the start, ensuring the soil is just right, and maintaining proper moisture levels. A recent gardening video by Jacques in the Garden shared a simple but effective method for growing large, …
Spring is right around the corner, which means it’s time to shake off winter and get your hands in the soil. If you’ve ever dreamed of growing your own vegetables but weren’t sure where to start, you’re in good company: every seasoned gardener was a beginner once. The good news? Research from experts such as …
Other than the relaxing nature of gardening, one of the main reasons people garden is to grow their own food. This can help them cut back on the amount they spend at the grocery store, especially if they love produce. Growing your own groceries can be tedious but rewarding. But when you’re just starting out, …