Posts that offer practical advice, seasonal guidance, and how-tos on growing vegetables and plants
Filling Raised Beds: Affordable & Sustainable Soil Tips Raised beds are a great way to grow vegetables—but let’s be honest, they’re not cheap. Not only does building them cost money but filling them with soil can add up even faster. When I built my first raised bed, I didn’t want to spend a fortune. We […]
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Beginner Gardening Mistakes I Made And Learned From When I started growing my own vegetables I often felt unsure. Wondering if I am doing it right and if things are ‘normal’. Gardening is full of trial and error, and that’s part of the charm. In this post, I’m sharing a few beginners mistakes I’ve made,
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Growing Beets: Easy, Tasty, and Beginner-Friendly Beets quickly became some of my garden favorites. They’re simple to grow and beginner friendly. Plus, they’re delicious, store well, and add great colour and nutrients to your plate. In addition to the classic red beets found in stores, there are golden and multicoloured varieties like the Chioggia with
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Starting a Vegetable Garden for Beginners: Easy Tips to Grow Your Own Food Not sure where to begin or overwhelmed by all the advice out there? I have been there too. Starting a vegetable garden as a beginner might feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Looking back on my own
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The Three Sisters is a traditional companion planting method used by Indigenous peoples of America, where corn, beans, and squash are grown together. Each plant plays a role in supporting the others—corn provides a natural trellis for the beans, beans fix nitrogen in the soil, and squash acts as a living mulch, shading the ground
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How to Grow Potatoes at home: A Season Journal – Planting to Harvest This season’s potato growing adventure was full of surprises — some wins, some lessons learned. Here’s a quick look back at how it all went, from planting to harvest. Red Fruitillar, Russet, and Tiger Potatoes in 10 Gallon Grow bags Planting Potatoes
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A Full Tomato Season REview I set out to grow my own tomatoes, experimenting with different varieties and learning through trial and error. From seed-starting to harvest, it’s been a season filled with lessons, surprises, and, of course, delicious tomatoes. Here’s a recap of what I planted, the challenges I faced, and the successes I
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