Planting Garlic is Easy! Here’s How To Do It

Maybe you like a challenge, maybe you forgot to order seeds.  Whatever the reason, you find yourself wanting to grow something but lacking in little paper envelopes.   But don’t despair, just raid your pantry for some gardening goodness!  You can grow garden vegetables right from the ones in the grocery store.  I have never … Read more

How to Plant Potatoes

Growing potatoes is a pretty straightforward process.  They don’t even have to be labor intensive, and can be grown in pots for those utilizing small spaces.  I’ve even had volunteer potatoes grow from odds and ends that ended up in my compost.  I was able to harvest those volunteers and eat some decent sized tubers.  … Read more

Do You Want a Garden That Plants Itself?

What if instead of weeds sprouting up all over your garden, beautiful and useful plants started growing on their own? What if your weeding chores consisted mostly of transplanting a few plants into better locations, and pruning back the very enthusiastic plants?  When you plant perennials the garden starts itself each year! Spring can be … Read more

You Need To Try No Dig Gardening For Great Soil

No dig gardening is a great way to cut down on weeds, watering, and enrich your soil and it even takes less effort than conventional double digging or tilling.  Laying down a thick mulch suppresses weeds and holds in moisture.  The materials also break down in place, feeding the plants for you.  You can start … Read more