Recent Posts

Looking for an alternative to ollas? Let's talk about better options for watering your container & raised bed plants...

Looking for the best way to water planters? We've got watering tips and tricks for your container plants here!

If you've ever had a tray of seedlings that looked like this, you'll know exactly why it's important to know the seed germination times.

Growing plants from seed is one of the most freeing parts of gardening. Let's jump into how to grow plants from seed indoors.

Also known as vernalization, refrigerating seeds is an artificial way to fool them into "thinking" they've gone through winter.

many gardeners struggle with how to sow seeds into the cover crop residue. In this post, we will discuss how to sow in cover crop residue...

Curious if you can make soil blocks using only compost? I tried it, and I've got the results here - check it out!

Looking for how to clean grow bags between uses? We've got the sterilization and washing techniques you're looking for here.

looking to get into starting your garden seedlings indoors? Let's talk about how to choose a grow light for seedlings.

Trap crops are grown to take some of the pest pressure off of your main crops, by being even more attractive to pests.

Finding grubs in your dirt and are wondering if grubs are good or bad for the soil and your garden? We'll demystify it here!

Here in the Sonoran Desert, we've got a unique list of characters who will come to your aid and help keep your plants pollinated.

Cabbage worms aren't worms at all! They're caterpillars and they absolutely LOVE cabbage and other brassicas. Let's look at how to deal...

Gophers are a burrowing rodent and might well show up as a garden pest. Let's talk about how you might deal with gophers in the garden.

To many gardeners, birds in the garden are only seen as an annoying nuisance. Let's learn to see birds as garden pest prevention though.

Hornworms are notorious in gardens, especially on nightshades. We'll explore how to prevent hornworms with natural solutions.

They can be a pain, but that doesn't mean we need to reach for harmful insecticides. Let's talk how to get rid of cucumber beetles naturally

Looking to boost your organic garden's health without the use of pesticides? Learn all about beneficial insects for organic gardening

Let's look at some of the best ways to attract hummingbirds to your garden, and some things to be careful to avoid for their safety.

let's take a look at the mindset of seeing garden pests as indicators, rather than problems themselves. It can be temping to reach for...

As an organic gardener, you may be wondering how to control pests naturally. We all love to see our plants thrive and grow healthy.

As a gardener, you've likely experienced the frustration of seeing aphids feasting your favorite plants. These tiny, soft-bodied insects...

Whiteflies can be a huge pain for gardeners, but there are a ton of options for how to get rid of whiteflies naturally.

Curious how to attract beneficial insects? If you're an organic gardener, this is so important because they'll help to maintain balance.

Got a case of ants in your garden soil? Before reaching for the insecticides, let's learn about the role these important critters play!

Not only are they harmless to humans and pets, but black soldier fly larvae also play an important role in composting and soil-building.

Let's take a closer look at these funny little isopods and delve into whether woodlice are good for the garden or not.

Wondering how to deal with fungus gnats? We've got suggestions and tricks on how to get rid of these annoying little critters.

I know you're frustrated with the garden damage from these critters and wondering "how do I deal with ground squirrels in the garden?"

If you're looking for how to deal with rabbits in the garden, you've come to the right place. We've got rabbit-repelling tips and advice.

Wondering how to deal with garden or greenhouse thrips? We'll talk about what thrips are, what they do, and...

Wondering how to get rid of mosquitoes in the garden? We know how annoying these little pests can be, and we've got tips and tricks to help!

Considering growing alfalfa as a cover crop? Here's what you should know: growing the next layer of new nitrogen...