Spring is here, so let’s get a head start on summer and fall gardening glory! Think beyond boring rows. It is time to prepare your plot for a vibrant, season-spanning celebration. Before the summer heat arrives, grab your gloves and prepare for a clean sweep. Clear away any leftover debris […]
Jamie Kirby
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Making your own compost can be an easy way to improve the health of your soil and reduce the amount of waste that goes to the landfill. There are a lot of ways to make this happen, and it can be daunting to consider the many ways to start composting. […]
Calling all birdwatchers and gardening enthusiasts! It is time to convert your backyard into a five-star buffet for our feathered friends. Nectary flowers are like sugary energy stations for hummingbirds, butterflies, and other precious pollinators. Providing a steady supply of nectar and seeds will attract a vibrant cast of characters, […]
Summer sun, warm breezes, and oh no, those annoying insects are just around the corner! Don’t let summer’s uninvited guests crash your gardening party. Here are some tips for keeping your plants lively all summer long and cruising into fall with a vibrant, pest-free paradise. Here is an article from […]
Autumn isn’t the only time to plant bulbs. Certain varieties of bulbs can be planted in the Spring for flowers that will bloom through the Summer and into the Fall. This article from Home for the Harvest has a long list of Spring planted bulbs and a lot of good […]
Extending your growing season can be simple and done at a reasonably low cost. Check out the article and video below to learn some basic techniques. https://homegarden.cahnr.uconn.edu/extending-the-season-in-the-garden For more in depth information and an opportunity to ask questions, learn how to bend poles into hoops, and go home with your […]
Learning to garden can be daunting, but the Square Foot Gardening method can simplify the process & yield great results. Check out these articles to learn more: https://taylor.extension.wisc.edu/files/2010/05/SquareFootGardeningNew2009.pdf https://www.almanac.com/planning-square-foot-garden-grow-more-less-space You can also join one of our informative gardening workshops to learn more. Check out our website to find out what […]
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We are getting a slightly later start than anticipated for this year’s Cultivation Calendar. Welcome back. We hope your 2024 is going well so far. We are going to dive right into this year’s gardening tips with Testing Seed Viability. In this brief article, a Master Gardener shares some ways […]
Composting is one of the best things you can do for your garden and the environment. During the frozen months of winter, it can be challenging to keep your heap thriving. We have gathered a few resources to assist you as you navigate this tricky time of year. This 2022 […]