If you want to plant an apple tree in your garden, you should not cultivate it alone. In the wild, plants don’t grow in isolation. They grow in communities of plants. In your garden? You should mimic natural ecosystems and…
We often think of herbs strictly regarding their culinary or medical use. Alternatively, if we’re more into the looks than into consummation, we consider their shape, the size, and the hue of their lovely foliage. And herbs with white flowers are…
A wood saw belongs in your tool sheds like other essentials such as a hammer or pliers. But what happens when wood needs cutting, and your only saw has grown legs and disappeared? You find an alternative means of cutting the…
Want to beautify your backyard with a breathtaking greenhouse? Then read this article! You’ve just stumbled upon the holy grail of DIY greenhouse plans, resources, and tutorials! We’ve scoured the internet and our private gardening archives to find the most…
There is no hard and fast rule about when to harvest tomatoes, as it depends on your climate and the type of tomatoes you are growing. Luckily – we have a few tricks and trips to ensure you harvest your…
The perfect permaculture garden is a garden that cares for people and our planet. It is a resilient space that helps you live sustainably and take only your fair share – returning the surplus to the system. And nature. But…
These are my favorite, easiest, and most beautiful flowering shrubs for zones 7 and 8. I’ve included the gorgeous Hydrangea, Spireas, Weigela, Viburnum, the amazingly fragrant Tea Olive, Azaleas, and some other beautiful flowering shrubs that are easy to grow….
Lettuce is one of the first things that many gardeners start to grow, and romaine lettuce is a firm favorite. Today, we’ll look at how to harvest Romaine lettuce. We’ll also discuss how to keep it growing! That way, you…
Fruit tree guilds are a fabulous feature of many permaculture gardens. These guilds are essentially collections of plants that work together to improve the health and productivity of the tree at their heart. The concept is simple. However, achieving the…
An herb garden is one of the most satisfying ways to get into gardening. But to grow good herbs, you need even better soil! Starting your fragrant herby plants off in the right way will reap benefits in the future,…
Choosing perennial vegetables and edible ground cover plants can help you create layered, thriving, and biodiverse systems in your organic garden. In sub-tropical and tropical zones? Okinawa spinach is a great option to consider. It’s delicious and easy to grow….
Herb gardening is often the starting point for many gardeners when someone gifts us a pot of basil or chives for our kitchen windowsill. But if you’re new to gardening, it can be hard to figure out just how much water your…
An herb garden stuffed with fresh sage leaves is one of the most satisfying things you can grow. Nothing beats fresh sage straight from the garden, and if you can grow enough to dry some for the winter, then even…
From asparagus to zucchini, Nova Scotia’s climate supports the growth of a wide variety of vegetables. With careful timing and the ideal cultivars, any gardener can produce a bounty to be proud of and share! There are a few nuances…
An herb garden is one of the easiest things to grow, and parsley has long been a kitchen favorite! This little low-maintenance herb will produce an abundance of beautiful green leaves, perfect for adding flavor and fragrance to your culinary…