You may have noticed some of our seed varieties state the need to be planted in late fall or “stratified” prior to spring planting. But what, you ask yourself, is stratification and how do you do it accurately? Natural Stratification – By planting in the fall, nature takes its course …
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How to Stratify Your Seeds
Thursday, April 7th, 2022
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Weekend Gardening Inspiration
Saturday, March 6th, 2021
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In our last post we talked about how to create a basic garden plan or outline, as well as how to make lists that will help us think through the process of ordering seeds and supplies. By now, some of you are probably already beginning to start your own seeds, …
Creating a Bird Habitat in Your Garden
Friday, April 19th, 2019
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Attracting wild birds to your yard and garden is a win/win, benefiting both the birds and the garden. Not only will you get a team of bug-eating helpers, but you’ll also be providing crucial habitat for birds that helps them survive. Three things will need to be in place for …
Summer’s Bounty for Winter’s Table: Long-Term Storage Crops
Friday, August 31st, 2018
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While our great-grandmothers had root cellars to keep many crops from spoiling, many of us have access to an unheated garage, crawl space, or basement room that will do the job just as well. Storing Fall crops like squash, potatoes, apples, and onions will save you both time and money! …
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Compost Basics: Garden Recycling
Monday, June 11th, 2018
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Compost at it’s simplest is decayed organic matter, known to gardeners as “Black Gold”. It makes a wonderful fertilizer and can be made from things you’d normally throw away. Starting your own compost pile may sound intimidating, but it’s really very simple! There are many compost bins and containers for …