Ah, potatoes. The humblest of vegetables. I grow them every year even though I have a relatively small garden space. I find a way to make room for potatoes. My harvest is hit or miss, depending on the ...
Growing Chicory: The Complete Guide to Plant, Care, and Harvest Chicory
You may have found your way here because you’re not entirely sure what the heck chicory is. You’re not alone. I first tried chicory in a community supported agriculture basket a few years ago. I’ve ...
Growing Onions: The Complete Guide to Plant, Care, and Harvest Onions
I love to cook, so naturally, onions are always somewhere in my pantry or fridge. Red, yellow, white, and gourmet varieties have all found their way into my dishes at one point or another. I can’t ...
How to Add Nitrogen to Soil and Costly Mistakes to Avoid
Your garden has been growing for years, but your plants seem to be struggling more than you used to. Or maybe you've planted veggies in your usual spot this year, but they don't seem to be thriving as ...
Everything You Need to Know About Soil Temperature and Why It Matters
It’s fitting that I’m writing about soil temperature when I’m living through one of the most unpredictable seasons in my region that I can remember. Spring is here, but you wouldn't know it. One day ...
How to Sterilize Soil to Beat Back Bugs and Diseases
Whether you’re starting seeds indoors to get prepped for spring planting or getting your outdoor beds ready for the season, you might worry about the potential diseases lurking in your soil. If so, ...
The Best Gardening Books for Every Type of Garden
I love to read as much as I love to garden, so naturally, I’m a fan of gardening books. I have a solid little collection that's continually growing. My library is filled with books new and old, ...
How the Square Foot Raised Bed Gardening Can Transform Your Garden
When I first began digging in the dirt years ago, I wasn't sure how to make the most of my less-than-ideal yard. The area was mostly shaded and had poor soil, but I was determined to make it work. ...
How to Get Rid of Dandelions (and a Few Reasons to Keep Them Around)
My relationship with weeds has evolved over the years. When I started digging in the dirt, I had a black and white view of the plants in my garden. There were the good plants I intended to eat and the ...