Experienced gardeners often view winter as a time of rest for their gardens, a season when nature takes a well-deserved pause. But with the right tools and techniques, winter can become an extension of the growing season, yielding a ...
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War Gardens of World War II And The American Legacy of Food Self-Sufficiency
During World War II, American households answered the government’s call to grow “war gardens,” later known as “victory gardens.” These small, homegrown plots of vegetables became symbols of self-reliance, patriotism, and resilience. War gardens provided essential food supplies during ...
Read More »The Vital Importance of Heirloom Seed Stock: Lessons from History and a Call to Present-Day Preparedness
Throughout history, heirloom seeds have been more than tiny packets of potential life; they have been the foundation of survival, innovation, and community resilience. In times of hardship, seeds offered the hope of a harvest and the means to ...
Read More »Garlic Planting Secrets Of Fall Gardeners
Have you ever thought about planting garlic bulbs during fall? Garlic grown in late autumn tends to be bigger, tastier and just plain better, probably because the roots have all winter to get established before the heat of summer sets ...
Read More »Five Natural Garden Pesticides That Really Work
Nothing’s worse than watching pests munch through your garden like it was planted for them. While we try to avoid pesticide use through companion planting and attracting natural predators , sometimes it’s not enough and we need a targeted and limited ...
Read More »4 Common Soil Problems (And How To Easily Fix Them)
The key to addressing common soil problems with balanced nutrients may be both easier and yet more complicated than you might think. It’s not just about spraying the right fertilizer and watching it be miraculously sucked into your plants in ...
Read More »Natural Fertilizer Can Dramatically Improve “Survival Garden” Food Production
Ok gardeners! Buckle up! Here is a fantastic natural fertilizer that mineralizes your soil and boosts your yield exponentially. You will, in turn, grow healthy, chemical-free crops only for a fraction of what you usually spend on other fertilizers. Let’s ...
Read More »Top 5 Ginger Remedies You Must Know
The smell that permeates the air in your home when you add fresh ginger to a meal is simply incredible. Ginger offers unique aromas and flavors that can transform dishes into something quite impressive. There is also numerous health benefits ...
Read More »Attract Bees To Your Garden In These Eight Easy And Simple Ways
If you have ever had trouble growing certain vegetables like cucumbers in your garden, it may not be the soil that is the problem. It is more than likely that you don’t have a good way to attract bees. Throw ...
Read More »Must-Do Spring Gardening Preps You May Have Forgotten
If you live south of a certain latitude, your garden is already in the ground and your growing season is underway. Many of us up north, however, are still digging out from a winter’s worth of snow and ice. Planting ...
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