Getting Started

As prices and uncertainty climb and food shortages loom, starting a garden and learning to grow your own food has never been more critical.

Finding and using a planting guide meant for my area helped me know when to plant and I began having successful harvests.

The best way to water raised-bed gardens provides consistent and even watering, is easy to use and maintain & is simple to install.

Knowing what to plant, when to plant, and where to plant is a juggling act for even experienced gardeners. Taking the time to make a plan will help you be successful. 

New to gardening? Start here, with these 10 easy-to-grow vegetables and herbs.  Getting started gardening may seem overwhelming. There is a lot to learn, but one of the best ways …

Having an effective seed storage & organization system saves you time and money, and makes garden planning easier.

Make the most of your time in the garden by doing these 6 tasks every day. Make this practice a habit and they will become second nature.

The benefits of mulching your garden, what to use for mulch, and the best tips for how to use mulch in your garden.

The raised beds we made when we first started a garden in 2009 are falling apart and it is time for a garden makeover. When we moved into this home …

The benefits of companion planting, plus practical suggestions for implementing companion planting principles in your garden.