Edible Gardening Classics: Raised Beds and Heirloom Tomatoes
Edible Gardening Classics: Raised Beds and Heirloom TomatoesSome things are classic for a good reason, like raised bed gardens and heirloom tomatoes. Keep reading to learn: Why we recommend Raised Bed Gardens for growing food Why September is an underrated month for...
Is September the Most Underrated Month for Gardening?
Is September the most underrated month for gardening? You decide! Here's five reasons to grow a garden in September: Milder temperatures help plants thrive Less pests and disease than the height of summer Enjoy late summer harvests of tomatoes, peppers, squash, and...
Fall Updates from Backyard Eats
Fall Updates from Backyard EatsThe weather might be cooling off, but fall gardening season is still going strong! Keep reading to learn about our recent projects and fall gardening advice, including: A pollinator-friendly front yard garden What we recommend for fall...
Local Events and Homegrown Flavor
Local Events and Homegrown FlavorThis week we’re sharing two exciting local events! Meet Backyard Eats at: The Radnor Fall Festival this Sunday, Sept. 17 A plant swap in Ambler on October 8 Plus, a fantastic family tomato sauce recipe from a local community member!Or...
Preserve the Magic of Your Perennial Herb Garden At Home
Do you want to get the most value out of your homegrown perennial herbs? Dry them at home to enjoy maximum flavor all year long!This method of hang-drying herbs works best for woody perennials like: lavender oregano rosemary thyme sage First, trim stems from the main...
Use This Hack To Protect Your Tomatoes From Pests!
Are you tired of sharing your tomatoes with outdoor critters? Use this hack to harvest tomatoes before the birds and squirrels! Tomatoes continue to mature off the vine, so you can pick them before they're fully ripe. As soon as the end begins to change color, you can...
Transform Your Garden With Backyard Eats
Transform Your Garden With Backyard EatsFall gardening season is here! Keep reading for: Reminders about fall planting and watering A custom garden with a big impact An exciting food forest “before & after” Now is the perfect time to install a garden or plant...
Sharing the Magic of Homegrown Food
Sharing the Magic of Homegrown FoodWe are preparing gardens for fall! Keep reading for: A behind-the-scenes look at our fall plant delivery Notes on fall succession planting A perennial herb-drying tutorial We also want you to make the most of your summer produce!...
Featured Gardens: From Backyards to Community Spaces
Featured Gardens: From Backyards to Community SpacesWe have three exciting gardens to feature this week: A new garden installation for a family with kids What's new at the Ambler Community Garden A school garden renovation for Shady Grove Elementary Lastly, an...
What’s In Season: Food Forest Edition
What's In Season: Food Forest Edition Did you know that now is one of the best times of year for food forests? Whether they’re fruit trees, berries, or herbs, perennials are the gift that keeps on giving! Keep reading to learn: What you could harvest from a food...