Vegetables

Following the publication of our August newsletter, we had two excellent questions about 2 vegetables that are common to most backyard gardens. We want to share the responses with you. The first question is regarding pole beans that have reached … Continue reading →

For years I have grown vegetables in raised garden beds, this was initially done to improve  the soil quality, make weed control easier and guard against a very active pest population. I worked with my father to build nine raised … Continue reading →

Before planting your precious seedlings into the garden, they need to be “hardened off”. This term literally refers to the toughness of the stem and entails a short period of acclimatization. Hardening off prepares the plants for fluctuation of temperatures, … Continue reading →

  There are several reasons why you might want to consider starting some seeds indoors for transplanting in your garden later. The most obvious reason is that heat-loving plants such as tomatoes and peppers need a head start in order … Continue reading →