Cultivating a relationship with the beneficial insects in your area is a vital aspect of sustainable permaculture, and offering them a habitat nearby will encourage them to stick around.
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Treat Garden-Related Bites and Rashes with Jewelweed
Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis) isn't just great for attracting pollinators: it's invaluable for treating insect bites and skin rashes.
Light-Dependent Germination
Are you struggling with starting plants from seeds? Many require direct sunlight to shake them awake and tell them to get growing already.
FTW Kitchen: Sorrel Soup
Sorrel's lemony flavour is an early springtime delight. This recipe showcases the perennial green in a fresh soup that's perfect for the occasional chilly evening.
Grow an Extra Row to Help the Hungry
Food security is more important now than ever before. Grocery shelves are often empty, farmers are short on workers, and global food shortages could be a very real thing, very soon.If you're cultivating a vegetable (Victory!) garden this year, please consider planting an extra row to help the hungry in your community. Are you familiar … Continue reading Grow an Extra Row to Help the Hungry
Grow a Rainbow: 10 Colourful Varieties to Cultivate
10 vibrant varieties that'll transform any garden into a rainbow of deliciousness.
5 Themed Container Gardens for Small Spaces
5 great themed container garden ideas for your balcony or patio.
13 Black Vegetables for a Gothic Garden
Believe it or not, goths love to grow food too! Here are 13 beautiful, delicious black vegetables to grow in your own garden of spooky delights.
The Right Way to Grow Zucchini
Did you know that zucchini plants need to be staked? Neither did we!
Keyhole Gardens for Small Spaces
Keyhole gardens are ideal for small yards: they don't waste space, and are easier to harvest.
