Swiss chard is a versatile, low maintenance garden plant that is highly underrated. This leafy green is packed full of nutrients, can be used in many dishes and is easy to grow. What makes Swiss chard so amazing is that it will grow from spring straight through to late fall, giving you food for months. […]
Growing from seed is one of the best skills that a gardener can have. It means that you have a wide selection of plants to choose from, and in the cold of winter you have something to look forward to. Unfortunately, the seed and garden industry is full of products that are unsustainable, harmful to […]
If you’re looking for ways to be more sustainable or eco-friendly in your gardening hobby, then organic seeds are a great way to go. If you’re unsure if organic is better, or worth your time, this article will help you decide if they are right for you. Although it may feel like a small decision, […]
We all have our favourite seed companies that we love to buy from. Maybe because they offer a wide selection, maybe they’re local or maybe you just like the packaging! And while these seed companies offer a selection of organic seeds, most of the seeds are actually grown with conventional standards. But as the climate […]
To my delight, newspaper pots are becoming a trendy new way to garden. Why am I so delighted? Because they’re a sustainable way to garden! And the best part is that flyers are so easy to come by. They’re in our mail, at the front of doors and even in building lobbies. Instead of seeing […]
If you could extend your garden to last year round, or even a few months longer than before, would you do it? Are you interested in pushing the limits of your garden and your growing zone to see how many extra weeks of harvests you can squeeze out of your garden? If you’re interested in […]
Saving tomato seeds is a great way to save money and continue to grow your favourite varieties of tomatoes. As the weather continues to change and farmers are experiencing difficult growing conditions, seed saving is becoming ever more important. Harvesting, storing and keeping tomato seeds is super simple and can be done with just a […]
Growing from seed can be both rewarding and frustrating. When a seed first germinates, and you see life popping out of the soil, it brings so much joy and excitement with it. It’s fulfilling to watch a seed turn into a plant, that later provides food or flowers. However, there are many weeks during the […]
If you’re new to growing from seed, or have been doing it for a couple of years and looking to grow your skills, then this article is for you! There’s a reason why it’s called Comprehensive, and that’s because it includes everything you need to successfully grow from seed. This information applies to vegetable and […]
Growing your own seeds is a great skill to have because it opens up the plant varieties you have access to. When you buy from a greenhouse or garden centre, your only choice is what they have to offer, which mean, if they’re out of tomatoes then you have to look elsewhere or not grow […]
