Permaculture is much more than simple garden design and can often be a difficult concept for people to get their heads wrapped around. An easy way to think about the idea of permaculture is to think of it as ecological design. Permaculture comes from natures and uses tools, techniques and interactions that are found in […]
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Companion planting is a time-tested practice in the garden that involves placing certain plants near each other to benefit both plants. Gardeners have known for years that there are subtle symbiotic relationships between plants and by carefully planning where to plant certain plants, you can take advantage of these relationships. We’ve been experimenting with companion
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We love to experiment with companion planting in our garden and have recently begun incorporating watermelon into our companion planting planning. The best watermelon companion plants will benefit both the watermelon plants and the plants located nearby. Ideally, both plants help deter pests and provide a symbiotic growing relationship through weed suppression and nutrient usage.
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Watermelons, with their juicy sweetness and refreshing appeal, are fun to grow in the garden. Just like their pumpkin cousins, watermelons demand ample space and sunlight to thrive, making them ideal candidates for larger garden plots. In this guide for how to grow watermelon, we’ll explore the essentials of growing watermelons, from selecting the right
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Companion planting pumpkins is a great way to get a bigger harvest and help decrease pests and build soil health. Companion planting is a traditional garden method – for years gardeners took notes and paid attention to which plants thrived next to other plants and how different plants can help each other grow. While there
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Pumpkins are one of my favorite crops to grow in the garden, but there are a few things to know when growing them. The most important thing to know is that they take up a lot of space so are best for a large garden. Pumpkins are vining and depending on the variety will sprawl
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Adding compost to your garden is one of the best things you can do for incredible plants and a better harvest. In this article, we’ll explore the best compost for vegetable garden success from homemade compost to store bought options, we’ll break it all down and help you decide what is right for you. We’ve
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The secret to success in the garden is healthy soil, and creating healthy soil is an ongoing process. Every year we enrich our garden soil with compost to build up the organic matter in the soil. This boost of ready to use nutrients encourages plant growth, helps combat bug pressure and leads to the best
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We love to grow bok choy in our garden, enjoying the fresh flavors straight from our backyard. Having grown bok choy for years, it’s become a staple in our garden. Getting the most of your harvest means using every strategy to increase the flavor and yield. One of these methods is to try companion planting
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There are so many reasons you should consider encouraging mason bees to visit your garden. Mason bees are powerhouses when it comes to pollinating. Having a mason bee kit in your yard helps to attract these bees and is a great alternative to keeping honeybees. You won’t get delicious honey, but these bees can go
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