Are you a total newbie? Congrats! You are going to LOVE it! I became hooked as soon as my first seeds sprouted. To get yourself off to the best start possible, start here. Now, let’s ensure you have all the other tools you need. Avoid the Overwhelm If you’ve done any research already, you know […]
Do’s and Don’t’s with Edible Plants After a Freeze
Even if you prepared your garden for a freeze, there may be plants that don’t survive or that get damaged. So, what should you do (and not do) with your garden plants after the temperatures drop below freezing? What To Do With Your Plants After a Freeze Take a walk the next morning to observe […]
Which Crops are Sweeter after a Frost and Why
Crops that are sweeter after a freeze Brassicas Brussel sprouts kale collard greens turnips cabbage Alliums leeks Umbells carrots celeriac parsnip Chenopodiaceae beets swiss chard What makes crops sweeter after a freeze? The response these plants have to cold temperatures improves their sweetness. By increasing the amount of sugar in their cells or by converting […]
All About Garden Greens
Garden greens are always a welcome change in our garden after the summer heat. Here’s some info so you can get growing some greens, too! My favorite greens to grow and how I like to use them Mustard greens became a favorite in my house as soon as we harvested our first bunch. They are […]
How to Prepare Your Garden for a Freeze
With first average freeze dates being just that – averages – it’s important to be prepared ahead of time, in case your freeze comes earlier this year. So how should you prepare your garden for a freeze? How Mulch Can Help You Prepare for a Freeze The beginning of fall is a good time to […]