Feijoa are my favorite fruit. Luckily for me, the pretty shrubs are prolific, and the harvest can be used in so many ways. Growing feijoa is easy because the plants have few pests and aren't ...
Cool Weather Crops: The List, Growing Methods, and How to Preserve
At certain times of the year, we often suggest planting 'cool weather crops.' But do you know which plants fall under the category of ‘cool weather?’ And if they do fall into this category, when is ...
13 DIY Options for a Drip Irrigation System to Save You Time and Money
Are you concerned about watering your garden this summer? It can be difficult to keep plants watered on hot days, and it’s even more of a concern when you’re planning on being out of ...
When to Harvest Potatoes to Get the Best Results
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 ...
Thinning Fruit Trees the Right Way for a Bountiful Harvest
When we moved to our current farm, I was blown away by the gorgeous older fruit trees we had on the property. At our previous farm, we were still in the early stages of growing our orchard. This ...
Growing Sage: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Sage
On any given year, you'll find me growing sage all over my property because it's one of my favorite herbs. It's indispensable in cooking, but there's much more to this wonderful plant than just ...
What is a Walipini Greenhouse and Do You Need One?
I have a lovely greenhouse situated adjacent to an irrigation pond, in a micro-climate protected from the worst winds by trees. Between the pond and the North side of the greenhouse, I have a lemon ...
5 Common Gardening Myths Debunked (Backed with Research and Experience)
I am one of those gardeners who experiments a lot. Now, I'm not a scientist, and I don't hold myself to the scientific standard. That's because, at the end of the day, my garden must grow enough food ...
Fertilizer Calculator: Find Out How Much Fertilizer to Use in Your Garden
Did you know that using an all-purpose fertilizer like 10-10-10 regularly can overload your garden with nutrients and negatively impact plant health? Unused nutrients can also run-off during ...