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Briana Yablonski

Briana is a gardening professional with a BS in Plant Sciences focusing on Agroecology. She’s worked in a soil science lab, taught children about plants at an environmental center, and spent over five years working on diversified, organic vegetable farms throughout the East Coast. In 2019, she started her own market garden called Under Foot Farm.

Close-up of a ripe cucumber illuminated by the bright sun among large lobed leaves.

Vegetables

How Much Sun Do Cucumbers Need?

If you want to enjoy crunchy, homegrown cucumbers this summer, make sure to provide your plants with enough sun! Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how much sun cucumbers need to thrive.

raised bed greenhouse

Gardening Tips

How to Turn a Raised Bed into a Greenhouse

If you’re gardening in raised beds and want to extend your growing season, consider converting your bed into a mini greenhouse. Briana Yablonski shares how to complete this process with some PVC, a sheet of plastic, and a spare afternoon.

A group of fresh cucumbers with their vibrant green skins gleaming brightly in the light.

Vegetables

7 Reasons You Have Misshapen Cucumbers

Are your cucumber plants producing stubby, C-shaped, or curvy fruits? Do you wish to trade these misshapen fruits for straight cucumbers? In this article, farmer Briana Yablonski will share some common reasons why cucumber plants develop funny-looking fruits.

A spacious wooden raised bed overflowing with vibrant green squash plants.

Edible

How to Grow Squash in Raised Beds: 9 Pro Tips

If you want to grow tender green zucchini or sweet butternut squash in a raised bed, take a minute to learn some tips from a pro. In this article, farmer Briana Yablonski shares how to deal with pests, prevent diseases, and choose the right type of squash for your garden.

Close up of two different jars of pickling cucumbers and garlic heads on a wooden table in the garden.

Vegetables

9 Best Cucumbers for Pickling

Want to turn your garden harvest into fresh dill or bread and butter pickles, then planting the right type of cucumber is the first step. Join Briana Yablonski to learn some of the best types of cucumbers for pickling.