No Dig Garden Bed: Good Soil With Less Work
A no-dig garden bed requires less work to start and creates healthy, living soil. Here’s one method we’ve used to achieve that goal!
Gardening How to
Simple, practical gardening how-to guides to boost your success in the garden.
Growing Potatoes In A Bucket: Small Space Spuds
Did you know that growing potatoes in a bucket was an option? This may be the very trick you need for great potato harvests! We reveal how.
Do Seeds Need Light To Germinate Or Not?
Warmth and moisture, sure… but do seeds need light to germinate, or is that just a myth? We explore what’s best for seed sowing!
Soak Seeds Before Planting: Is It Necessary?
Should you soak seeds before planting? We discuss why this is done, whether it should be done, and if there’s other methods that will work.
Raised Bed On A Slope: How To Do It Right
Building a raised bed on a slope can be done. We discuss retaining walls, premade garden beds, and DIY builds for your sloped garden!
Winter Sowing Gets Plants Started Quickly
If you’re not familiar with winter sowing, it’s a method of starting seeds nature’s way. We discuss all you’ll need to winter sow seeds!
Raised Bed Trellis Ideas For Saving Space
A raised bed trellis is not just a good idea, it can be an absolute necessity. We discuss different trellises that you can use in raised beds!
Worm Tower DIY: Compost Your Excess Waste
Is a worm tower a good idea for you? We think so! Here’s what you need to know to get yours off to the right start.
Seaweed Fertilizer: Oceanic Bounty For Plants
Seaweed fertilizer can be a powerful tool for plant growth. We talk about this resource, how it’s applied, and even how to make your own!
Raised Bed On Concrete: Yes Or No?
Should you put a raised bed on concrete? We explore whether this is right for you and how to set yours up for garden success.
Organic Raised Bed Soil: Setting Up For Success
When developing organic raised bed soil, it can be hard to settle on the perfect mix. We’re demystifying soil science for future success!
Raised Bed Hoop House For Your Raised Bed
Building a raised bed hoop house can help you extend your season or prevent pests. We’ve created one just for the Birdies garden bed!