Crop Planning 101: How To Make A Crop Plan (Simplified)
I first learned how to make a crop plan a couple years ago in order to offer a weekly vegetable bundle to my micro farm customers. Initially, I was overwhelmed …
How To Keep Bugs Out Of Container Gardens (Practical Guide)
The most effective way to keep bugs out of container gardens is to grow your plants in an insect-proof structure and enforce strict sterilization measures to ensure pests cannot enter …
How To Fertilize Container Plants (The Basics)
Do you want to learn how to fertilize container plants and have them produce as much or even more than those planted in the ground? The “secret” is to follow …
How To Water Container Plants (Practical Guide)
The easiest way to water container plants is to use a watering can to soak the potting mix until water pours out of the drainage holes. However, this can be …
Potting Soil For Container Gardening (A Beginner’s Guide)
Did you know that potting soil for container gardening does not actually contain dirt? Well, at least those made in North America. In fact, regular garden soil is only recommended …
How To Transplant Seedlings (Step-By-Step)
Transplanting seedlings is one of the easiest ways to give your garden a head start for the growing season. It is a relatively straightforward process, which you can master with …
How To Start Seeds In Trays (Quick Guide)
Learning how to start seeds in trays can save you a bundle while allowing you to grow many unique plants at home. For example, Minetto Lettuce is the standard variety …
How To Plan A Container Garden (Simple Guide)
Learning how to plan a container garden can completely change the way you see and use small spaces around your home. Would you like a vegetable garden on your balcony, …
How To Make Compost For Gardening (A Beginner’s Guide)
Did you know that it is possible to create compost for gardening in less than a month? The “trick” is to use the right ingredients in correct proportions. If done …
How To Plant Eggplants At Home (Simple Guide)
I first learned how to plant eggplants a few years ago, when I got some leftover seedlings and general instructions from an attendant at a plant nursery. Since then, I’ve …
How To Plant Radish From Seed (Step-By-Step)
Learning how to plant radish from seed can give you a head start on the growing season and allow you to enjoy this tasty vegetable year-round. However, while radishes are …
When To Harvest Bananas (Simple Guide)
Knowing when to harvest bananas requires knowledge of specific varieties and how they respond to the climate in which you live. Generally, you can wait until at least one banana …