Softneck Garlic vs. Hardneck Garlic: Which Should You Grow?
Learn the difference between softneck garlic and hardneck garlic varieties and make the best choice about which type to grow in your garden.
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Should You Grow Comfrey in Your Garden?
Let’s discuss why you might want to grow comfrey in your garden and a few different ways to use comfrey. I’ve been growing it for four years and I think it’s a valuable addition to a vegetable garden.
A Potager Is the Only Vegetable Garden You Need
There are so many different kinds of garden styles to choose from, but I am going to argue that a potager garden is the only vegetable garden you really need.
17 Vegetables You Should Never Buy As Seedlings
Discover which plants you should never buy as seedlings and instead should direct sow. This post explains why direct sowing is best for some plants!
10+ Inspiring and Informative Gardening Books for Home Gardeners
Find great gardening books for beginners, gardeners looking for inspiration, or homesteaders wanting to increase their gardening skills and efficiency.
DIY Beautiful Fall Cut-Flower Arrangements: Best Tips and Tricks
In this post, I’m featuring my favorite fall cut-flower arrangements from my garden and sharing my best tips, tricks, and ideas for making beautiful fall flower bouquets.
The Best Location for Your New Vegetable Garden
Location is everything! Taking time to think through and carefully plan the location and layout of your new vegetable garden will give you a more productive garden and save you time and money in the long run.
How to Save Zinnia Seeds
Zinnia seeds are abundant in the late summer and fall, and are easy to save for planting in future seasons! As a not-quite-homesteader, I look for ways to reduce buying new things for my garden, and seeds are an easy thing to collect myself.
How to Grow Incredible Zinnias from Seed Right Now
No garden is complete without zinnias. Once you discover how easy it is to grow beautiful zinnias in your vegetable or flower garden, you’ll be as hooked as I am!