Gardening

Grow Your Own Veg — Starting Plants from Seed

Growing your own vegetables may be easier than you think! All you need is an indoor or outdoor space & some seeds, and you’ll be starting plants in no time.

The Surprising Benefits of Rewilding Your Garden

Ready to supercharge your garden’s biodiversity? Rewilding is a game-changer for farms and gardens! Let nature thrive and boost biodiversity on your farm or garden with rewilding!

What and When to Grow in Containers

Think you don’t have space for a garden? Think again! Follow this list of easy seasonal seeds to sow plus a rundown of what an entire year of container gardening can look like. Start growing your dream garden today!

Testing Soil: Healthy Soil is Just A Test Away

Want a more bountiful harvest? Start with the basics: test your soil! Simply take a small sample, get it examined, & you’ll be on your way to healthy soil. Discover the perfect balance of nutrients for your garden. Test your soil to unlock its secrets and get ready for a fruitful season!

Preserving Seed Integrity: How Far is Far Enough?

Think the “perfect” seed exists? The true pure seed is a myth! There are best practices that any seed grower should keep in mind; but once you understand seed integrity, the real fun begins.

Ditch the Pots, Use Soil Blocks!

Revolutionize your seed starting game! What’s a cheaper, easier, and surprisingly more efficient way to start your seedlings? Soil blocks! Find out how soil blocks work, how you make them, and what advantages they offer over traditional pots and trays. Ditch the pots and trays. Start your seedlings with soil blocks!

Agricultural Seed: A Short History of the Miraculous Seed

The seed: our connection to the past, key to a sustainable future. They are the foundation of agriculture. The tiny but mighty seed is the connection to our agricultural past and holds the key to our future.

A Nourishing Recipe to Boost Seedling Growth

Ditch the chemicals! Give your newly seeded beds a natural boost 🌱🌱 You don’t need to use chemicals to give your seedlings a boost. Just use seaweed, apple cider vinegar, and a few extras to create a blend for seedling growth. Your new go-to seed starter hack to grow healthy plants.

4 Simple Recipes Using Homegrown Sprouts

Sprouts are amazing, compact nutritional powerhouses! What’s not to love? Get ready to supercharge your health with sprouts! Check out these recipes for new ways to cook with and eat all types of sprouts.

Edible Forest Gardens: Creating A Plant Grouping

Dreaming of an edible forest garden? Start small by creating a plant grouping. By combining plants that thrive together, you’re one step closer to turning your backyard into a lush edible forest!

7 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Planting Site

Dreaming of a lush garden? Now is the perfect time to start planning your garden. The location of your planting site is key to a thriving garden and one of the first things to consider. Choose the right spot and watch your garden thrive!

10 Easy-to-Grow Flowers for Pest Control

Ditch the chemicals and let flowers do the work! Planting certain flowers near gardens can be your go-to solution for keeping pests at bay. Plant these flowers for a pop of color & make pest control seem easy!

Selecting Seeds: How to Choose the Right Seed Crop

Seed savers raise your hands! Picking the right seeds can make or break your garden. Learn some easy tips on how to choose the best seed crop for a thriving garden.

How to Plan the Best Garden Ever

Garden goals ahead! Planning is everything. Get ready to transform your outdoor space. Here are some tips on how to plan the best garden this growing season!

Seed Saving Tips: Dry vs. Wet Seeds

Tips for Seed Saving · Ready to unlock the power of seed saving? You either have dry seeds or wet seeds. Proper drying & storing is essential so they can germinate months (or even years) down the road. Begin your seed-saving journey today!

Seed Saving: Become A Plant Breeder

Want to grow your own unique varieties? When you save seeds, you become a plant breeder. Start growing your own varieties today and taste the reward!

How to Plan Your First Foray into Seed Saving

Save seeds, save the future! Embracing the tradition of saving seeds is a powerful practice for both home gardeners and seasoned horticulturists alike. Take control of your garden’s destiny – start saving seeds today!

From Seed to Sale: Sustainable Food From Local Greenhouses

Did you know the Netherlands is a global agricultural powerhouse? Despite their size (two-thirds the size of West Virginia) they’re #2 in exports behind the US. Their secret? Innovative greenhouses and hoophouses are changing the game!

From Seed to Salad: Your Go-To Guide for Growing Greens Year-Round

Ditch the big garden myth! 🌱 Think you need an outdoor garden to enjoy fresh produce? Think again! Follow our quick & easy guide to harvest vibrant greens at home in just a couple of weeks, no matter your space.

And cold temperatures doesn’t have to mean the end of fresh greens. You can enjoy vibrant greens year-round!