How to Use Cloth as Vegetable Garden Mulch
By Barbara Pleasant, May 30, 2024 Cotton cloth used as mulch can provide many of the benefits of plastic alternatives, while also helping close a gap in the recycling process. …
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Supercharge Your Summer Garden: Essential Tasks for a Bountiful Season
As summer begins to take hold, it’s the perfect time to dive into your garden with enthusiasm. With rapid growth and harvests approaching, there are plenty of essential tasks to …
How to Protect Berries from Birds
Written by Barbara PleasantJune 14, 2024 A few years ago, our mature berry bushes were a peaceful haven for picking blueberries, with minimal competition from birds. That changed quickly when …
Cost-Free Ways to Set Up Trickle Irrigation
Summer can be a challenging time for gardeners, especially when a dry spell hits. Keeping plants hydrated is crucial, but traditional watering methods like sprinklers are often inefficient and sometimes …
The Lazy Gardener’s Summer Checklist: 10 Essential Tasks for a Thriving Garden
Written by Benedict Vanheems, June 29, 2024 As summer hits its stride, your garden is likely bursting with growth and color. While the season’s abundance can feel overwhelming, a few …
Onion Harvesting and Storing Masterclass
6 July 2024, by Benedict Vanheems Onions are a kitchen staple and rank second only to tomatoes in global production. To maximize the yield and longevity of your onion harvest, …
Double Your Harvest: Top 5 Crops to Sow in July for Bumper Yields
By Benedict Vanheems – 9 July 2024 Midsummer marks the height of the growing season, but with all the weeding, watering, and harvesting, it’s easy to overlook the chance to …
Double Your Harvest: Top 5 Crops to Sow in July for Bumper Yields
By Benedict Vanheems – 9 July 2024 Midsummer marks the height of the growing season, but with all the weeding, watering, and harvesting, it’s easy to overlook the chance to …
Master the Art of Watering Your Garden (Say Goodbye to Plant Troubles!)
By Benedict Vanheems | 13 July 2024 Watering your garden might seem straightforward, but doing it right involves a bit of strategy. Factors like plant type, growth stage, and environmental …
5 Essential Crops Every Gardener Should Grow
Published: July 13, 2024Written by: Benedict Vanheems When it comes to gardening, choosing the best crops to grow can feel as daunting as naming your favorite song—or even your favorite …