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Winter Tasks for the Gardener

Its cold and the snow is blowing. All you want to do is get out in the garden, play in the soil and…

Bat Guano – Superior Fertilizer or Environmental Disaster?

Should you use bat guano? Is it a good fertilizer? Does harvesting it from caves harm bats? How does…

When Do You Fertilize Seedlings?

When do you start fertilizing seedlings? The most common advice is that newly germinated seedlings…

Best Way to Wash Fruits and Vegetables

We all wash fruits and vegetables, and so it is surprising that many food blogs are giving out the…

Hybrid Vegetables Can Be Toxic

Did you know that hybrid vegetables can be toxic? If you are a strong proponent of heirlooms, you…

Should You Get A Soil Test?

Almost everyone recommends getting a soil test, including most gardening web sites, USA extension…

Is Fall a Good Time to Plant?

Is fall a good time to plant perennials and trees? Most people plant in spring, but many have…

Does Garlic Need Frost Before Planting?

When should you plant garlic? The common advice is to plant after the first hard frost. That advice…
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