First Frost: Making the Most of the End of the Season

First Frost: Making the Most of the End of the Season

First Frost: Making the Most of the End of the Season As the nights get colder, the first frost signals a natural turning point in the garden. When temperatures dip to 32°F (0°C), tender plants begin to shut down. Knowing which crops are most affected — and what to do...
First Frost: Making the Most of the End of the Season

How to Plan Your Perfect Spring Garden

Spring gardening is an exciting time of year. Can you picture harvesting and eating fresh produce from the garden for the first time after a cold winter? To enjoy a productive spring season, we recommend planning ahead. Often gardeners miss the window for spring...
Community Gardens: Growing Education and Abundance

Community Gardens: Growing Education and Abundance

This time of year always serves as a necessary change of pace after a busy and fruitful summer. Nature turns inward, directing energy and attention toward preserving resources and preparing for renewal in Spring. Invited by nature, we humans seem to follow suit. For...
How to Design a Garden That Keeps Critters Out

How to Design a Garden That Keeps Critters Out

Designing a thriving edible garden starts with understanding the local wildlife. The types of critters in your garden – like deer, groundhogs, or rabbits – will influence your garden’s fencing needs and protection strategies. From there, you can design a...