Growing nutritious vegetables
Jim Fitzgerald has shared the presentation he made to the Stratford Horticultural Society. Lots of good stuff in this 30 minute presentation!
Book review: The Suburban Micro-Farm
The book by Amy Stross, published in 2017, is a treasure trove of useful tips for busy people who would like to grow some of their own food. With more people moving to the suburbs (about 50% of Americans now live in suburbs), the impact of converting lawns to small micro-farms would have tremendous impact
A beginner’s guide to growing tomatoes
As I am writing this, most Canadians are physically distancing themselves to prevent spread of the virus. I would suggest planning a garden is a great way to deal with these uncertain times. It is a great at home activity, provides for healthy eating, and exercise and is great for children as well. Gardening can
It’s not too late to plant garlic!
There is snow on the ground, but the earth is not yet frozen to any significant depth. You can plant garlic now and it’s fairly simple. You’ll be so proud of yourself next summer and there will be no more need to purchase garlic at the grocery store. Buy garlic for cooking carefully, by the
Pots and planters and other gardening tips
Another slide presentation from Jim Fitzgerald, Master Gardener.
The joy of starting your own seeds
Check out the slide presentation from Jim Fitzgerald, Master Gardener, on starting your own seeds.
Successfully Growing Seeds Indoors under Lights
Have you ever thought of starting plants from seed like tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, flowers, and peppers but thought it might be too hard or you would be killing them before they even get started? Many of the plants you purchase at the nurseries are the same varieties. Starting seeds indoors allows you to grow a
Planting Fall Vegetables
Gardening has for some folks (including me at first) just two seasons of growing vegetables spring and summer when there are actually 4 seasons, spring, summer, fall, and, winter. Many gardeners seem to have a misconception that it is difficult to plant vegetables in the fall. In actuality it is fairly easy! There are two