Mary Jane Duford
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Fall yard clean up
Fall yard cleanup makes a big difference preparing your garden for winter. A good fall cleanup will lead to a more productive growing season next year…
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Okanagan pumpkin patch locations
The Okanagan is in full harvest season right now. With Thanksgiving and Halloween approaching, there are lots of pumpkins available locally. Going to pumpkin patches to…
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Leaf mold compost
It’s leaf mold season! Autumn leaves are the quintessential sign of fall. Lucky for us, they’re not only pretty…but also useful. Composting leaves is an…
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Community garden tips
Is this the year you join the local urban community garden or allotment? Here are the top community garden tips from a new gardener who…
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How to grow garlic
To grow garlic, start by choosing a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Plant garlic cloves in the fall, about 4-6 weeks before the ground freezes.…
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Organic gardening mistakes
Wondering about organic gardening and trying not to make too many mistakes? There is something so wonderfully idyllic about a home garden. They definitely shouldn’t…
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DIY drip irrigation systems
A DIY drip irrigation system is a set of hoses and connectors that have been cut and sized to fit your unique garden layout. The…
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Hugelkultur
Hugelkultur is a very efficient and productive composting method that can create an eco-friendly raised garden bed. Hugelkultur is a form of in-place composting in…
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Harvesting garlic scapes
Harvest garlic scapes when they curl above the leaves and before they straighten. Cut them at the base where the scape meets the top leaves.…
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Growing kale indoors
Growing kale indoors is totally possible and can be totally easy. You just have to make sure the baby kale plants get what they need.…
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How to use perlite in potting mix
Quality potting soil is incredibly important for your container plants. There are many different pre-mixed options available, but you can often get the best mix…
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Permaculture for beginners
Permaculture is a design philosophy in which ecosystems are designed to mimic nature. In relation to gardening, permaculture encompasses many of the eco-friendly aspects of…
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How long does it take an apple tree to grow?
A small apple tree from the nursery will generally start producing a small crop of apples about three years after planting. Apple varieties grafted onto…
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Growing microgreens
Microgreens are one of the easiest and healthiest edible plants to grow at home. They can be harvested a week after planting rather than waiting…
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Buckwheat sprouts
Buckwheat sprouts grow from raw hulled buckwheat groats soaked and rinsed in a jar until tiny roots appear. The groats turn into fresh sprouts in…
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List of gardening experts
Sometimes you need some inspiration for your garden! This list of gardening experts includes horticultural professionals, landscape architects, Master Gardeners, bloggers, YouTubers, organic gardeners, gardening…
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Alpine strawberries
Nurturing a garden often leads us down paths of delightful discovery, and for me, the journey with alpine strawberries has been nothing short of enchanting.…
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Potager garden design
Striking the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality can be a challenging endeavor. This became especially evident to me as I dove into the world…
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Balcony vegetable garden
In my little apartment, I found myself yearning for a connection to nature. Living in an apartment posed a significant challenge for my green thumb…
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How to grow wheatgrass
Growing wheatgrass might seem like a simple endeavor, but anyone who’s tried it knows there can be bumps along the way. My journey with wheatgrass…
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How to grow sprouts in a mason jar
Growing sprouts in a mason jar is a relatively simple process. Start by selecting your sprouting seeds; popular options include sunflower and mung beans. Sterilize…
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Growing basil microgreens
Delving into the world of gardening in the far north, I discovered the joys and challenges of cultivating basil microgreens during the colder months. I…
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Growing strawberries indoors
I’ve been growing strawberries indoors for the past decade, and trust me, it’s been quite the journey! Through my hands-on experience, I’ve learned the intricacies…
