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 …
Vegetable Gardening
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 …
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, …
Did you know you can grow garlic at home using just a plastic water bottle? A recent video by ar2garden shows a simple way to do it, and the best part is, you don’t even need a garden! Whether you live in an apartment or just want fresh garlic on hand, this trick makes it …
Have you heard of the lasagna gardening method? I just recently learned about it, and I’m impressed with the results. If your garden has been plagued by weeds, using this no-dig gardening method is one of the easiest ways to control weeds in your vegetable and flower beds. Let’s be honest: weeds are probably the …