Creating a Homegrown and Homemade Life
Do you want to start composting this year? I’m going to compare a compost tumbler vs a compost pile. Is a compost tumbler worth the investment? We will run through the pros and cons of both methods, so that you can make a more informed decision.
Ever wonder what it means when plants are labeled as perennial, annual, or biennial? It’s important to know the difference when planting a vegetable garden, herb garden, or a flower bed. In short it’s all about how long the plant will grow.
The first frost has come, which means a freeze is sure to arrive shortly. Make sure you know how to winterize the garden to make springtime more productive. Don’t just pick the end of the harvest and forget about the beds. We need to “make the beds” now that we are done with them. Do just a little work now and reap the big benefits later.
Have you ever heard of square foot gardening and wondered if it really worked? After two years of raising a square foot garden, I am here to tell you the pros and cons of square foot gardening. So if you ever wondered if it’s worth a try, keep reading.
Are you gardening in a small space or a beginner gardener? Then you should try square foot gardening. It makes plant spacing super simple, plus it provides a lot of produce in very little space. Check out this plant spacing guide for square foot gardening.
