I live by the motto that anyone can grow at least some of their own food and medicine, no matter where they are. Of course, some regions are much more hospitable than others when it comes to edible ...
Common Plant Pathogens and How to Treat Them Naturally
Fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes—oh my! These plant pathogens will undoubtedly show up in your garden eventually. Fortunately, there are ways to identify them and treat them with natural ...
Growing Salmonberries: How to Bring These Wild Treats to Your Garden
Most people have never heard of salmonberries. Foragers love them, but you rarely see them in markets or growing in home gardens. Salmonberry bushes are a member of the Rubus genus, related to ...
How to Grow Exotic Spices for Self-Sufficiency At Home
When we talk about growing a self-sufficient garden, we spend a lot of time on staple vegetables, long-storing fruits, and a few herbs. However, what about growing spices for ...
8 Common Raised Bed Gardening Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
I will never forget my first garden. My husband and I grew a few types of tomatoes, some potatoes, and a few green bean plants in simple raised beds made out of hemlock. We were so proud of ...
Growing Soapnut Trees: How to Raise Your Own Cleansing Soapberries
Money doesn't grow on trees, but soap does. Soapnuts, or soapberries, have become popular over the last few years in western culture, but they have been used for thousands of years by many other ...
7 Ways to Camouflage Garden Hoses and Drip Lines
There are some aspects of your garden that you’d really like to stand out and others that you’d like to hide. Flowers, vegetables, statues, and water features are stars of the show. Garden hoses, ...
Growing Cloudberries: Everything You Need To Know to Grow This Rare Berry
If you want a special berry plant to add to your garden, consider growing cloudberries. These small, delicate plants produce delicious berries that are considered a rare delicacy. They don't take ...
5 Ways to Enjoy Your Garden During the Winter
Gardeners who live in colder climates can get down during the winter. We love to be outdoors with our hands in the soil, which isn't possible when it's under three feet of snow. Fortunately, there are ...