Gardening for Beginners: 15 Simple Tips to Start Your Food Garden with Confidence

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Gardening for Beginners: 15 Simple Tips to Start Your Food Garden with Confidence

Have you been thinking about starting your very first food garden? You’re in good company. More people are starting to grow at least some of their own food. There are many reasons for it, but among them is a growing realization that gardening has physical and mental health benefits, and a desire to have access to fresh, organic food without having to spend a lot for it. Growing your own fruits, vegetables and herbs is one of the most satisfying ways to eat healthier, save money, and enjoy fresh air, sunshine, and moderate exercise while you’re at it.

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Seed Catalogs and Garden Journals: Your Keys to a Productive Harvest

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Seed Catalogs and Garden Journals: Your Keys to a Productive Harvest

Did you know that winter is a perfect time to begin planning your garden? A healthy, thriving garden begins with a good plan of action. While the ground may be resting, your preparations right now can set the stage for a productive and thriving garden this spring. Being able to achieve an abundant harvest needs well-thought-out plan. Two tools stand out as must-have essentials for every gardener who wants to be able to enjoy fresh-picked produce from early in the growing season until its end: seed catalogs and garden journals.

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An Introduction to climate-friendly gardening techniques

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An Introduction to climate-friendly gardening techniques

Gardening has benefits for both your home's appearance and the environment. Not only does it help reduce CO2 levels, but it also serves as a cozy home for our feathered friends, fluttering butterflies, and buzzy bees, all adding their magic touch to make the world a more beautiful place through pollination.

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10 Gardening Hacks for the Newbie Gardener

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10 Gardening Hacks for the Newbie Gardener

Guest post by Michael Hill

The global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has brought many tragedies to people’s lives. This battle still rages on, as scientists race to get the vaccine that can stop its spread distributed to everyone around the world. While we waited at home for the development of vaccines that would allow us to gradually resume our normal lives, a lot of people discovered new hobbies or activities to combat the boredom and anxiety brought on by the lockdowns.

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