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How to Grow Incredible Tomatoes

Posted by Margaret Hoegg on Jul 09, 2019

When it comes to tomato diseases, disorders, and pests - an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! You will learn something new every year - our gardens are always sending us new challenges and opportunities for learning, right? If you feel overwhelmed by plant care, just remember to bring it back to basics - high quality seeds and plants, healthy rich soil, and organic practices.

Tags: Diseases & Pests, Growing Tips, Tomatoes

The Incredible Seed Guide to Backyard Composting

Posted by Margaret Hoegg on May 03, 2019

Good, rich, organic compost is as good as gold to the organic gardener or farmer, and soil health is critical to environmental resilience. Composting - and educating others about it - is one action you take against climate change!

Tags: Compost & Soil Health

Guide to Succession Planting

Posted by Margaret Hoegg on Apr 05, 2019

Taking the time to succession plan now, while things are still slow, will help keep you on track when things get busy in May and June.

Succession planting is a fantastic and creative way to make the most out of your growing season and your garden space. Instead of planting once in late Spring and harvesting in late Summer, you can enjoy a steady, continuous harvest throughout the entire growing season!

Tags: Companion planting, Growing Tips, Starting Transplants

Cold Hardy Perennials for Zone 4

Posted by Margaret Hoegg on Mar 01, 2019

Perennial edibles are so satisfying to grow. Every Spring you will have the pleasure of welcoming back old garden friends! These friends come back year after year to feed not only our eyes and hearts, but our families as well. With very little input compared to annual crops, edible perennials are an easy, minimalist way to increase your homegrown bounty. Isn’t Nature’s gift economy great?

Tags: Edible Perennials, Growing Tips, Tree Seeds

Growing Leeks & Onions From Seed

Posted by Margaret Hoegg on Feb 01, 2019

February is here and it's time to start those leeks and onions! Get your hands in the dirt!

Tags: Growing Tips, Starting Transplants