Most people crinkle their noses when they hear “bitter greens,” but radicchios redeem the bitter flavor with their incredible diversity, buttery texture, and extreme cold hardiness! Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into the 9 most unique and delectable Italian radicchios for adventurous gardeners.
Whether you’re putting a new shrub in the ground or moving a root division, transplanting can be a stressful process for plants and humans. Gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey provides game-changing insights on preventing transplant shock in perennial plants.
Before you toss your carved pumpkins in the trash, consider these clever, eco-friendly ways to eat, repurpose, or decompose your Halloween decor after the spooky season ends.
As one of the best multifunctional flowering plants, phacelia is remarkably underused in the garden. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into how you can cultivate this easygoing wildflower for pollinator paradise, weed suppression, cover cropping, and more!
Nurture declining pollinator populations with a garden display of nectar-rich flowers that bloom throughout the entire season. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey highlights 31 incredible species of native and ornamental blossoms to attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects.
Nourish your soil all winter with fall-seeded cover crops that protect from erosion, improve fertility, and break up soil compaction. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares the top 9 science-backed cover crop species, plus the best ways to terminate them in the spring.
Summer may be over, but gardening season is not! Many crops prefer the cool weather of autumn and thrive throughout the winter in a variety of growing zones. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey describes 11 perfect crops for planting in October.
From leggy seedlings to collapsed trellises, we’ve all had our fair share of mishaps with tomatoes. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares science-backed tips to avoid common tomato mistakes and improve your yields.
Did you know fall leaves are like a free fertilizer, mulch, and compost all in one? Yet so many people are raking them up and hauling them away! Former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains why leaving the leaves is the best thing you can do for your garden soil and yard ecosystem.
Rip up your grass and replace your lawn with eco-friendly, drought-tolerant microclover! Former organic farmer and horticulture expert Logan Hailey offers step-by-step advice for a quick and effective lawn replacement in just one weekend.
Make your fall garden cleanup easier and support natural ecosystems by skipping a few steps. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains why some garden cleanup isn’t necessary.
Many gardeners mistakenly grab their pruners as part of fall cleanup, but autumn pruning can inadvertently cause major problems for your plants. Cutting back trees and shrubs too late can hinder winter hardiness and reduce flowers next year. Gardening expert Logan Hailey explains the top 13 plants to avoid pruning this fall and what to do instead.