Each year I can a few more vegetables, make more jellies, and preserve more from my garden. There’s nothing quite as tasty during the cold months of winter as homemade jelly, salsa, or green beans from the garden. But before the first seed gets planted in the garden, I need to take an inventory of…
January has been full of snow and lots of cold weather. I’ve spent some time in the greenhouse but have also tried intentionally growing things inside. Having flowers and plants growing in the winter is good for me in so many ways. I’m also reading more blog posts, books, and articles to help me learn…
We have had a warm December so my daffodils are all up several inches. In fact, down by the creek, some of them already have buds. Today, I decided to try an experiment and dig up several clumps and see if I can grow them inside before the freezing rain and snow started to fall….
Welcome to the short days of winter – where the nights start super early and the time to go outside is very limited. Just because a gardener can’t spend all their time outside should not mean they are stuck enduring the winter blues. Here are some of the go-to survival supplies that every gardener needs…
As summer ends and fall begins, it’s time to get the garden ready for the new season. There’s work to be done cleaning up the summer garden and removing all the dead plants. The hot season may be wrapping up but the garden is not quite done for the year. Here are some things I…
The idea of composting by saving food scraps is not new or original. Our grandparents have always found ways to improve their garden soil by letting the food scraps feed the dirt. But since many of us live in neighborhoods or have small backyard spaces, it is a little more challenging to find ways to…
I have a serious ‘black thumb’ when it comes to houseplants and am a forgetful gardener. I just seem to have a problem keeping houseplants thriving. Sometimes I over-water and other times I completely forget to take care of them. If you are like me and need some intervention, I’ve got some ideas and products…
Have you got your garden started this year? Many people are starting gardens and experimenting with planting new flowers and vegetables. If you are planning a garden for the first time, take a look at these tips and get started – one seed at a time! There are many ways you can start your first…