Is It Safe to Mulch Veggies with Wood Chips? Yes, if You Do This
Wood chips are widely regarded as an excellent landscaping mulch – and for good reason. Spread out over the soil in a thick layer, wood chip mulch suppresses weeds, preserves …
Soil Health
These Raised Bed Soil Red Flags Mean It’s Time for a Reset
Everyone who gardens with raised beds can attest that they are pretty great. For many of us, it might be the only way we can garden with subpar soil in …
Propane Weed Torch – Why Didn’t I Buy This Thing Ages Ago?
Last month, I bought a propane weed torch. Yes, it’s as awesome as it sounds. No, it’s not at all complicated to use. And yes, it does a great job …
Is Watering Your Garden in the Evening Really So Bad?
Ask anyone who’s been gardening for more than a season, and they’ll probably tell you they’ve heard the same advice over and over again – “Always water your garden in …
Horticultural Vinegar – the Natural Weed Killer That’s Better Than the Scary Chemical Stuff
RoundUp is a bad word in our house. Thankfully, this sentiment is spreading. More people are becoming aware of the dangers of using long-lasting chemicals, such as glyphosate, that have …
Why You Should Add Volcanic Rock Dust To Your Soil
I could spend hours at my local garden store. I find it infinitely relaxing to look at what plants they have in store and imagine the possibilities, the layouts, the …