Category: Gardening (general)

Gardening tools

10 Essential Gardening Tools (Plus a Few Extras that We Love)

by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening (general), urban gardening

Are you new to gardening? Or just expanding your garden toolshed? Here are 10 of the most invaluable tools for all your growing needs.

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Sowing Peas on St. Patrick’s Day

by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Cool Climate Vegetables, Gardening (general), Vegetables

Did you know that throughout the United Kingdom and parts of the USA, it's considered lucky to sow peas on St. Patrick's Day? In temperate areas, the ground has thawed enough by March 17th that peas can be planted, and sowing early will ensure a bountiful spring/early summer harvest.

The Green Conspiracy

The Green Conspiracy Garden Planner

by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening (general), Homesteading, urban gardening, Vegetables

The Green Conspiracy Garden Planner has everything a gardener could need for a successful growing season, in a truly elegant package.

13 Black Vegetables for a Gothic Garden

by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Gardening (general), Vegetables

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.

urban gardening, urban garden, rooftop garden, community garden

The Importance of Urban Gardening

by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening (general)

Humans may be moving to cities more and more. We may be seeing a decline in health, and in biodiversity. We may be losing touch with nature. But with some enthusiasm, wisdom, and community, cities don't have to be desolate.

Interesting Varieties to Explore in 2019

by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Gardening (general), seeds, Vegetables

Sometimes I get terribly daring and pick something random that I've never grown before, just for the sake of experimentation. These are a few varieties I'm eyeing for 2019.

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How to Save Your Seeds

by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Culinary Herbs, DIY, food, Gardening (general), seeds, Vegetables

If you've grown some varieties that you really love, be sure to save a bunch of their seeds, both to grow again next year, and to trade with your friends/family.

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Compost Tea: How to Brew It and Use It in Your Garden

by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, compost, DIY, food, Gardening (general), Permaculture, Soil, Vegetables

Some people get high tech and use a fish tank aerator for their compost tea, but I just use my stick to slosh everything around for about an hour until it's properly frothy.

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Beneficial Insects and How to Attract Them to Your Garden

by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Gardening (general), Insects, Pollinators

Insect allies such as ladybugs, braconid wasps, and lacewings can help control (and even eliminate) pests like aphids, mites, and caterpillars from your garden.

Organic and Heirloom Seed Companies

by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening (general), Pollinators, seeds, Vegetables

One of the most common questions we get asked is where we order our seeds from. Our main writers are mostly based in Canada and the USA, so the following companies are based in these two countries. If you'd like to add your favourite company to our list, especially if you're from another country, please … Continue reading Organic and Heirloom Seed Companies