How to grow lettuce in soil bags & harvest all season (guide)
Lettuce is a staple for most households. And learning how to grow lettuce in soil … Read More
Guide to building a raised garden bed (DIY for less)
I have built many raised garden beds over the years, and the method I use … Read More
Keeping cats out of the vegetable garden (by a cat lover)
Growing up, we had dogs. But later in life, my family adopted a stray cat … Read More
Do I really have to clean my used plant pots?
Reusing pots are good for the environment and will save you money in the long … Read More
Starting a vegetable garden? 15 tips I wish someone had told me
It is easy to get overwhelmed when starting a vegetable garden. You plan and read, … Read More
Winter sowing: How to start seeds outdoors in winter
There is always time for winter sowing. Despite what you think, it is rarely too … Read More
Build a PET water bottle hydroponics system (7 steps)
Building a water bottle hydroponic system using a PET bottle is probably the easiest and … Read More
Growing Padron peppers from seeds – the perfect tapas chilli pepper
We grow Padron peppers (Capsicum annuum ‘Padron’) for tapas and barbecues as they taste great … Read More
Prepare your vegetable garden for winter and spring
I have over the years learned that a little goes a long way when I … Read More
What do I put on the bottom of my raised garden beds?
Raised garden beds are great for growing herbs and vegetables in your home garden. But … Read More