Garden Basics

We mulch to improve the soil and help retain water during the hot summer months, as well as protect the plants during cold winter frosts. Everything in your garden will benefit from regular applications of mulch. So when is the best time to mulch? Spring and fall are probably the best times but it very

Compost is often referred to as “Gardeners Gold” or “Black Gold” and for good reason. It is the basic tool for building fertile soil and growing healthy plants. It’s so easy and inexpensive and a lot of fun to make your own compost and oh so rewarding. Your plants will be forever grateful as well as

Understanding your soils nutrient composition and pH will help you troubleshoot issues at the start and can have a significant impact on the overall health and success of your garden.Soil can support a large variety and abundance of life. Many organisms live in your garden soil and, the more there are, the more nutrients are

When you are a beginner, starting a garden can be daunting but very exciting. A little planning goes a long way. Get an idea of what you want for a section of your home garden and then break it down to individual parts.You don’t need to start the entire garden at once, but you do