5 Tips When Installing SOD

We FINALLY got our sod installed.. It was a long time coming. We had officially gotten our yard ready for sod, when THE DAY BEFOR…

What do you plant in the Spring?

One question I get asked a lot is, "what can I plant in the spring? What is OK to plant now?" Well, that depends on you…

Topped tomato plant

We had to cut off the top of the tomato plants as they got damaged by the frost. We had them covered, but it must have been a str…

Choosing Tomaotes

Nothing compares to a fresh-picked, homegrown tomato, especially when the tomatoes we buy at the store are often nearly tasteless…

Tomato Time!

I have decided to change the direction of this blog a bit. Instead of being a how to based blog, I am going to journal my efforts…

How to Use Vinegar for PLANTS!

I have found Vinegar to be a very interesting thing. It has multiple uses that seem contradictory. It can be life giving and lif…

Gardening Disasters

We all make mistakes when gardening. This is how we learn and become better gardeners. It is great to lea…

5 Spring Gardening Tips for Beginners

With spring just around the corner – well, it’s here in some states – I thought it would be a perfect time to share some simple t…

7 of the Healthiest Veggies That Are EASY to Grow

I don't know about you, but I like to know about the food I eat, and what nutrition is in it. I guess it is a little hobby of…

What are Goji Berries and Can I Grow Them In My Garden?

So you might have heard of Goji Berries before. They are one of those super foods that contain an enormous amount of nutrition a…

Top 5 Reasons to Raise Chickens

Have you considered raising chickens? It is a big decision for some, especially those who have had little to none experience with…

How to Grow More With Less Space

Having a small growing space can be frustrating if you can not grow all that you would like. Here are 5 tips that will help you k…

Top 5 Veggie Garden Articles

Common Tomato Aliments 2.  Home Gardening 3.  Encourage Beneficial Insects In Your Garden 4.  Cute Stone Veggie Markers 5.  Top…

An Argument for Planting A Vegetable Garden

This is my persuasive argument to get you to plant a veggie garden this year. Many of you already do so, and I would ask for you …

3 Essential Tips for Selecting Seeds for Your Garden

It is a great time to start selecting seeds to grow in your garden this coming spring. There are a few things you should think ab…

How to Plan a Drip Irrigation System For Your Grow Box

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Onions- a Winter Crop?

[caption id="attachment_1591" align="alignleft" width="300"] An onion gone to flower. Soon it will…

Bitter Sweet

[caption id="attachment_1530" align="alignleft" width="300"] The view of our garden from the back …

How To Grow Vegetables To Save You Money

I don't know about you, but it seems like most people have thought allot about ways they can save money the past few years. M…

How to Build a Grow Box

Here is a video showing how to build a grow box. Happy Gardening!