There are so many amazing insects that coexist with our gardens and whose presence is helpful to a healthy harvest. It is important to make space for these organisms that provide additional security to our gardens, pollinate our fruit, and increase the overall health of our vegetables. Some beneficial insects […]
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Some of the earliest pollinators we will see in the garden are Mason Bees. Mason bees are not aggressive and have different nesting needs than honey bees. These solitary bees make their nests within naturally occurring gaps and cracks using mud to build their nests in a fashion similar to […]
It’s time to think about ordering seeds and planning your garden for Spring! It’s always good to order seeds before the season starts. Prices might be cheaper, and you will get a good idea of what you want to grow. Starting seedlings indoors can be tricky for a beginner, so […]
The growing season is nearly over, and it’s time to put your garden to bed. Here is an article from The Spruce on how to do just that: How to Put Your Garden to Bed for Cold Weather.
The cold weather is here. Whether you are looking to extend this year’s harvest or get a jump start on next year’s planting, a hoop house for your garden bed could be the solution. There are many options to choose from when thinking about hoop houses. There are quite a […]
Want to grow your own garlic but don’t know where to start? Come learn about garlic growing techniques with us on Thursday Oct. 13th at 6PM. Sign up online: https://vinesgardens.org/events. If you can’t make it, here’s a past video of this workshop taught by Kyle Rittenburg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSPFFkpxwMg
Although it’s not a task that needs to be done every year, dividing and replanting your perennials keeps them healthy and vibrant, with enough space to flourish. It’s also a great way to share some of your favorite plants with others. Autumn is a great time to replant those spring […]
Now that the season is nearly over, you can learn how to preserve all the fresh fruits you picked over the summer! This article from the food network goes over the basics of canning fresh fruits and vegetables.
This week, we wanted to share this article on Bulb Planting in the fall, by American Meadows. They introduce different bulb planting methods, and how to get started! Using these techniques, you can plant tulips, daffodils, and more.
Want to save your seeds for next season but don’t know where to start? Come learn about seed saving techniques with us! This week, we wanted to share the video of VINES Seed Saving Workshop, hosted by Lisa Bloodnick. She introduces different seed saving methods, and how to get started!