Jamie Kirby

Whether direct sowing seeds or transplanting seedlings, it is important to properly space your plants within your garden in order to maintain healthy plants and encourage the greatest possible yield. Seed packets often have a wealth of information including how much space your plants will need. For more in depth […]

Whether to direct sow seeds or transplant seedlings is a great question to ask before planting your garden. Does it matter? Which one is better? The answer: it depends. Here are a couple articles, a video, and a chart to help demystify the question and make it easier for you […]

Perennials are amazing for having a perpetual garden year after year. However, some key maintenance throughout the year can ensure happy, healthy plants, and Spring is the perfect time for pruning, dividing, and feeding.  This article from the Minnesota State Horticultural Society has some great tips for Spring perennial care. […]

Composting can be one of the most beneficial things you do for your garden, community, and planet. It is easy to get started, and there are several options ranging from completely DIY to community composting programs. It is a great way to reduce food waste, improve the health of your […]

While many flower bulbs need to be planted in Autumn for Spring blooms, there are some bulbs that need to be planted in Spring and blossom in Summer. Now is the time. Mostly… The following links are guides on what, when, and how to plant these Summer blooming bulbs. Pay […]

There are so many beneficial plants out there for a happy, healthy garden. Some revitalize the soil. Some attract beneficial insects such as pollinators. Some repel harmful insects. And, some help humans with health and wellbeing. This October 2022 article from Confessions of an Overworked Mom in Vermont discusses many […]

Planning a garden can be daunting, but with a little preparation, your garden can grow into its full potential. Follow these links to find out how to begin: https://www.growveg.com/guides/categories/planning/ https://www.seedsavers.org/planning-a-garden https://www.anoffgridlife.com/how-to-plan-a-garden-for-2020/

It’s mid-winter, but we’re starting to dream about digging in the soil and starting the annual process of planting out our gardens. Remember all the varieties of seeds you purchased last year (or many years ago), they could still be useful. Let’s test out the seed viability to see if […]