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Chances are, you’ve heard of the concept of crop rotation but thought it was only for farmers. But it’s actually a mindful practice that benefits home gardens in three important ways. Because of this, I felt it was the perfect topic for this week’s video. No matter what size your garden is, you can still implement this method to keep […]
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This week’s video is a bit of a milestone for me: a single video on how to grow tomatoes. I’ve created over 600 videos for my YouTube channel over the past 10 years. But I’ve never shot a video that covers everything about a crop during the course of a growing season. Best of all, I squeezed it all into […]
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I’ve been really excited about shooting a video about organic gardening because it’s such an important topic. I tend to mention it in other videos and posts, but never really focused on it as a main topic. Organic gardening involves avoiding chemical pesticides and herbicides and instead adopting healthy methods. It applies to so many aspects of growing a garden. […]
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I’m so excited that it’s finally time to talk about the 2025 garden season! Even though many of us are experiencing cold weather conditions, it’s important to make plans and get organized. That’s what this week’s video is about. In it, I introduce myself for folks who are new to my channel. You’ll also get to see some photos of […]
Read moreLooking for a simple crop? Grow radishes! They are a great entry-level veggie to try. Latin Name: Raphanus sativus Plant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Radishes are the easiest vegetable to grow because they germinate and mature so quickly. They are a great way to introduce kids to gardening. Radishes are native to China and were introduced […]
Read moreCan I tell you a secret? I’ve never been able to grow Brussels sprouts in our Spokane, Wash. garden. I think our summers are just too hot for it. But I’ve done a lot of research into what it takes to get a decent crop, so check it out below! Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmiferaPlant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae)Cool-season crop […]
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It’s been many years since I first started to grow parsnips. Frankly, I was a little suspicious of those things that aren’t very commonly grown. I soon discovered they have a wonderful flavor and add a lot to dishes. Give them a try! Latin Name: Pastinaca sativa Plant Family: Carrot (Apiaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Parsnips look like white […]
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I love to grow carrots. The most important things you need to know for success are bonemeal and correct spacing. Find out the details below! Latin Name: Daucus carota Plant Family: Carrot (Apiaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Carrots date back at least to the 10th century in the regions of Persia (Iran) and Asia Minor. The roots were originally […]
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Would you like to grow turnips? In addition to the traditional kinds, I’ve also grown small sweet turnips. They are delicious! Latin Name: Brassica rapa ssp. rapa Plant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? Turnips have been cultivated for centuries, primarily for human consumption. Six hundred years ago, they were fed to livestock to fatten them up. They […]
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How would you like to grow rutabagas? The attractive plants produce flavorful roots. Find the details below. Latin Name: Brassica napus Plant Family: Brassica (Brassicaceae) Cool-season crop Did You Know? You might think of rutabagas as the root crop with a funny name. But they have a delicious flavor and keep well in storage over the winter months. Also known […]
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