Square-Foot Gardening: Growing More With Less
Low on space but want to grow food? Check out these awesome square foot garden ideas and turn efficiency & beauty into self sufficiency.
Can You Grow Strawberries with Blackberries?
Are you thinking of growing strawberries with blackberries in your garden this season, but aren't sure if these two plants pair well together? Both blackberries and strawberries can make good companions with other plants, but are they a sweet match made in the fruit garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss compares the two and if there are better garden companions for both plants.
19 Companion Plants to Grow With Blackberries
Not sure what you should grow with your garden blackberries this season? Picking the right companion plants for your blackberries can have many benefits, including better fruit yield. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite plants to grow with Blackberries this season.
How to Direct Sow Seeds Outdoors at the Proper Depth
Are you direct sowing seeds into your garden this season? Planting your seeds at the proper depth is critical for strong and healthy plants. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares exactly how deep you need to plant your seeds when direct sowing into the ground.
How to Bottom Water Seedlings in 5 Easy Steps
Are you trying to bottom water your seedlings for better germination? Find out how it's done in 5 easy steps by following this complete guide from horticultural expert Lorin Nielsen.
4 Ways to Grow Vertical Gardens in Small Spaces
If you are struggling with a lack of space, growing a vertical garden can be a great way to solve that problem. While it can seem intimidating, it's actually not too complex if you follow the right steps. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through each step you'll need to take for a successful vertical garden in a tight space.
13 Plants to Avoid Planting With Tomatoes This Season
Are you planning on companion planting your tomatoes this season, but aren't sure which plants to avoid? There are several plants that can compete with tomatoes for nutrients or attract unwelcome diseases into your garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the plants you should avoid growing near your tomatoes this season.
5 Ways to Improve Drainage in Your Raised Garden Beds
Drainage is essential to understand if you want a healthy, thriving garden. Learn why drainage is important and 5 ways you can improve drainage in your raised beds in this guide from horticultural expert Sarah Jay.
15 Vegetables to Start Seeding in April
April is the start of spring, and a month when many gardeners across the northern hemisphere start planting their crops. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares her favorite vegetables to start seeding in April.
7 Surprising Uses for Coffee Grounds in Your Garden
Looking for ways to use coffee grounds in your garden? Or maybe you are just curious if this is yet another garden myth? In this article, Logan Hailey shares 7 surprising uses for coffee grounds in your garden this season!
How Often Should You Water Seedlings? Expert Tips and Methods
Whether indoor sowing or direct sowing outdoors this season, water is a critical part of a plant's growth cycle. But too much water can be a bad thing for seedlings. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey shares how much and how often you should be watering the seedlings in your garden this season.