by Jim Alders As spring approaches, homeowners are gearing up to tackle yard work and enjoy their outdoor spaces. However, before firing up lawn mowers, trimmers, and other outdoor power equipment, it's crucial to prioritize safety and proper maintenance. The Outdoor Power … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: Save Your Seeds
By Jennifer Poindexter Gardening is a skillset. Don’t ever be convinced otherwise. At times, it can seem overwhelming because there are so many skills wrapped in one activity. One part of gardening you don’t want to miss is saving your seeds. Not only is it avoiding waste, … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: Plant Where You Can Easily Water
By Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever tried to grow a garden without having a way to water it? It gets taxing quickly. When I first started gardening, my mother-in-law was my mentor. She was raised during a different time when people gardened to survive. People would often … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: Don’t Work Wet Soil
By Jennifer Poindexter Soil is a vital part of gardening. Understanding when it’s best to work it and when you should leave it alone, is important to the overall health of your plants. I’m going to walk you through why it’s important to only work soil when it’s dry instead … [Read more...]
Quick Tip: Focus on Soil Drainage When Starting a Garden
By Jennifer Poindexter When you’re searching for the right soil to grow crops, it can feel overwhelming. You hear talk about soil acidity, soil type, and soil drainage. Where should you start? In my earlier years of gardening, I felt overwhelmed, too. Until I realized soil … [Read more...]