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Preparing Your Garden for Winter: The Fall Cleanup Checklist

Written By Chelsea Hafer As the vibrant colors of autumn leaves grace our landscapes, gardeners across the world are gearing up for an essential seasonal task—preparing their gardens for the impending winter. While it may seem like a bittersweet chore,...

Ashleigh Smith

Oct 18, 2023 · 5 min read · 2

Oct 18, 2023 · 5 min read

Woman checking her low tunnel covered crops

Extending Your Growing Season: Grow Longer with Low Tunnels

Written By Chelsea Hafer As gardeners and farmers, we all know the feeling of watching our plants thrive during the warmer months and then facing the disappointment of seeing them wither away as winter approaches. But what if there was...

Ashleigh Smith

Oct 18, 2023 · 5 min read · 0

Oct 18, 2023 · 5 min read

Extending Your Growing Season: The Power of Cold Frames

Written By Chelsea Hafer Gardening has come a long way, but some old-school techniques remain as valuable as ever. One such technique is the use of cold frames, a vintage season-extending tool that's been employed by gardeners for generations. In...

Ashleigh Smith

Oct 11, 2023 · 4 min read · 0

Oct 11, 2023 · 4 min read

Revealing Rosemary's Versatility

Written By Chelsea Hafer Rosemary, a well-known kitchen herb celebrated for its delightful flavor enhancement, has a lot more up its sleeve than just seasoning your favorite dishes. This unassuming herb has surprising applications that extend far beyond cooking. In...

Ashleigh Smith

Oct 11, 2023 · 8 min read · 0

Oct 11, 2023 · 8 min read

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to recognize the history, contributions, and culture of the Indigenous communities that have lived in the Americas for thousands of years. It is typically celebrated on the second Monday of October each year. While...

Ashleigh Smith

Oct 4, 2023 · 2 min read · 0

Oct 4, 2023 · 2 min read

The Beauty of Regional Wildflowers

Written By Chelsea Hafer Wildflowers may appear as mere adornments in nature, but their significance extends far beyond their charming appearance. These resilient plants are not just pretty faces; they are ecological powerhouses, essential to the balance and well-being of...

Ashleigh Smith

Oct 4, 2023 · 9 min read · 2

Oct 4, 2023 · 9 min read

Columbine: A Fall Planting Delight

Nature is full of gorgeous, unique, and adaptable flowers, each with its own story to tell. The Columbine flower is one such beauty that grabs your attention with its special looks and colors. Believe it or not, you can actually...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 27, 2023 · 4 min read · 0

Sep 27, 2023 · 4 min read

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Spreading Joy with Wildflower Shakers

Flowers have been a means of spreading joy for hundreds of years! Whether they are given to celebrate a relationship, mend broken bridges, show appreciation, or remember what was, flowers spark happiness. Flowers are not only linked to gift-giving, food...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 27, 2023 · 3 min read · 2

Sep 27, 2023 · 3 min read

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Integrated Pest Management in Home Gardens

Written By Lara Wadsworth Integrated Pests Management, or IPM, is the best way to prevent and treat pest issues in a garden, greenhouse, or farm organically. The idea is to use as many tactics as possible to prevent and eradicate...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 27, 2023 · 7 min read · 2

Sep 27, 2023 · 7 min read

Forage Crops: Benefits for Livestock, Farmers, and Sustainability

Written By Chelsea Hafer Forage crops play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of livestock. These crops not only provide essential nutrition but also improve soil health and sustainability. Before delving into the specifics of planting and...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 20, 2023 · 7 min read · 1

Sep 20, 2023 · 7 min read

Embracing a Greener Vision: Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Lawns

Written By Chelsea Hafer Picture a lush, green expanse stretching out before you, the quintessential lawn that has long been a symbol of suburban living. While the traditional lawn has its charm, there's a growing movement towards exploring alternatives that...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 20, 2023 · 7 min read · 0

Sep 20, 2023 · 7 min read

woman fermenting kimchi and jars of pickles on a table.

Health Benefits of Fermented vs. Pickled Foods

Written By Chelsea Hafer In the world of food, two methods of preservation - fermentation and pickling - have gained prominence in conversations about health and well-being.These processes have been cherished across cultures for centuries, offering not only unique flavors...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 20, 2023 · 5 min read · 0

Sep 20, 2023 · 5 min read

What Vegetables Can Be Pickled?

Written By Chelsea Hafer In the world of culinary artistry, pickling stands as a timeless technique that transforms fresh vegetables into tangy, flavorful treats. From the classic crunch of pickled cucumbers to the zest of pickled beets, a wide array...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 13, 2023 · 4 min read · 0

Sep 13, 2023 · 4 min read

All About Poppies

Written By Lara Wadsworth Poppies are one of the most world-renowned flowers. Poppies are easily recognizable and well-loved, from the rolling fields of Europe to the roadsides of California and so many more locations. However, there are actually a wide...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 13, 2023 · 4 min read · 0

Sep 13, 2023 · 4 min read

Simple Fall Lawn Care Guide

Written By Lara Wadsworth Whether you are a first-time homeowner or are just now deciding that your lawn should get a little more attention, this simple guide will point you in the right direction. Although many yards are composed of...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 6, 2023 · 3 min read · 0

Sep 6, 2023 · 3 min read

Pickling vs Fermenting

Written By Chelsea Hafer For centuries, preservation methods have played an essential role in extending the shelf life of food, enhancing flavors, and introducing new tastes in vegetables. Two of the most popular methods, pickling and fermenting, have stood the...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 6, 2023 · 4 min read · 1

Sep 6, 2023 · 4 min read

Cover Crop Highlight: Buckwheat

Buckwheat is an amazing cover crop that is often overlooked. While there are many great cover crop options, buckwheat has several advantageous and valuable characteristics worth keeping around. Its strongest advantage is its quick growth. Exactly how long you should...

Ashleigh Smith

Sep 6, 2023 · 2 min read · 2

Sep 6, 2023 · 2 min read

Winter Rye - An Outstanding Cover Crop

Written By Lara Wadsworth Winter Rye is one of the most commonly planted cover crops in many of the northern states. It holds this title for good reason. The numerous benefits of planting Winter Rye undoubtedly outweigh any potential difficulties....

Ashleigh Smith

Aug 30, 2023 · 4 min read · 0

Aug 30, 2023 · 4 min read

8 Flowers For Fall Planting

Written By Lara Wadsworth We all know about the spring rush to get our gardens planted before too much of the growing season passes. However, did you know that a wide variety of plants, especially wildflowers, will thrive in the...

Ashleigh Smith

Aug 30, 2023 · 2 min read · 0

Aug 30, 2023 · 2 min read

Winter Wellness: Embracing Microgreens and Cool Season Vegetables

Written By Chelsea Hafer As the holiday season approaches and the colder months draw near, it's easy to give in to the temptation of indulgent treats and abandon our health-conscious choices. However, staying true to your health goals doesn't have...

Ashleigh Smith

Aug 30, 2023 · 4 min read · 0

Aug 30, 2023 · 4 min read

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Preparing Your Garden for Winter: The Fall Cleanup Checklist

Extending Your Growing Season: Grow Longer with Low Tunnels

Extending Your Growing Season: The Power of Cold Frames

Revealing Rosemary's Versatility

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day

The Beauty of Regional Wildflowers

Columbine: A Fall Planting Delight

Spreading Joy with Wildflower Shakers

Integrated Pest Management in Home Gardens

Forage Crops: Benefits for Livestock, Farmers, and Sustainability

Embracing a Greener Vision: Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Lawns

Health Benefits of Fermented vs. Pickled Foods

What Vegetables Can Be Pickled?

All About Poppies

Simple Fall Lawn Care Guide

Pickling vs Fermenting

Cover Crop Highlight: Buckwheat

Winter Rye - An Outstanding Cover Crop

8 Flowers For Fall Planting

Winter Wellness: Embracing Microgreens and Cool Season Vegetables

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Preparing Your Garden for Winter: The Fall Cleanup Checklist

Extending Your Growing Season: Grow Longer with Low Tunnels

Extending Your Growing Season: The Power of Cold Frames

Revealing Rosemary's Versatility

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day

The Beauty of Regional Wildflowers

Columbine: A Fall Planting Delight

Spreading Joy with Wildflower Shakers

Integrated Pest Management in Home Gardens

Forage Crops: Benefits for Livestock, Farmers, and Sustainability

Embracing a Greener Vision: Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Lawns

Health Benefits of Fermented vs. Pickled Foods

What Vegetables Can Be Pickled?

All About Poppies

Simple Fall Lawn Care Guide

Pickling vs Fermenting

Cover Crop Highlight: Buckwheat

Winter Rye - An Outstanding Cover Crop

8 Flowers For Fall Planting

Winter Wellness: Embracing Microgreens and Cool Season Vegetables