7 No-Dig Gardening Problems (And Exactly How I Solved Each One)

When I converted my vegetable garden to no-dig methods twelve years ago, I thought I’d discovered the perfect solution to …

I spent my first twenty years of gardening turning soil like my life depended on it. Every spring, out came …

I spent my first ten years of gardening guessing what my soil needed, throwing amendments around like confetti and hoping …

I love how a small wooden box can turn into a humming, buzzing neighborhood. An insect hotel gives beneficial insects …

Think of hardiness zones as nature’s weatherproofing for your garden. They tell you what usually survives the coldest nights where …

Pruning isn’t just for roses and grapevines—many of your garden crops need a haircut to thrive. A few careful cuts …

I used to think a spotless yard meant a successful garden. Over the years I learned that a little mess …

For too long we’ve been sold a tidy lie: a perfect lawn at any cost. That green carpet looks neat, …

Frost can be a surprise visitor if you’re not ready. Finish these quick tasks while days are still mild and …

There’s something deeply satisfying about using a watering method that’s been trusted for thousands of years. Ollas (pronounced “oy-yahs”) are …

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