Hardening off is the process of bringing your seedlings from the indoors to the outdoors, in a way that doesn't stress them out. You do not need a greenhouse to do this, and within a week you can get your seedlings out of your house and into your garden safely. Here I go into a … Continue reading Hardening off your Seedlings without a Greenhouse
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How to Shop for Tomato Seeds | Growing Heirloom Tomatoes at Home
Now a days, if you want heirloom tomatoes to eat and cook with then you are going to have to grow them yourselves at home. Did you know there are about 10,000 tomato varieties!? Yes, 10,000. Grocery stores only hold about 5 different kinds, if we are lucky (with most being hydroponically grown to boot). … Continue reading How to Shop for Tomato Seeds | Growing Heirloom Tomatoes at Home
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Cabbage Moth Protection Methods
When it comes to cabbages (and other brassicas like kale or broccoli) cabbage moth is the pest to be aware of and the best way to battle this pest is through prevention. Here I go into the three different types of protection: netting, spraying, companion planting. Cabbage Moth Protection | Netting vs Spraying vs Companion … Continue reading Cabbage Moth Protection Methods
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Planting Tomatoes for high harvests and better health
Tomatoes are included in probably 99% of people's gardens. But a lot of people don't plant them into the ground correctly which then affects how productive they are later. Here we discuss how to properly plant and fertilizer your tomato plants, so you have a strong, productive harvest later. Let's Dive In... How to Plant … Continue reading Planting Tomatoes for high harvests and better health
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Heirloom Seed Companies | Where to Start & Safe Seed Pledge
Throughout the United States there are several garden seed companies that have dedicated their work to offering a wide variety of heirloom, non-GMO, and organic seeds. Here I go into a list of online seed companies that are dedicated to heirloom gardening and offer great seeds. Let's Dive In... Heirloom Seed Companies Online Although it … Continue reading Heirloom Seed Companies | Where to Start & Safe Seed Pledge
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