Category: Compost

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Compost, FAQ, Growing Food

How to Start Growing Your Own Food in 4 EASY Steps!

Friends that are interested in trying to grow some of their own food have reached out to me and asked what they should do to get started. Much like I was when I started, they’re often overwhelmed by all of the various information out there about how to grow food and have no idea where to start. Here are the four simple steps I give anyone that asks me what they should do to get started with growing some of their own food

Cold Weather Gardening, Compost, Growing Food, Growing Guides, Seed Starting, What I'm Growing

The Ultimate Seed Starting Guide for Warm Weather Plants

As the warmer months approach, it’s time to shift your gardening focus to warm weather plants. These sun-loving varieties bring life and color to your garden, providing delicious produce and vibrant blooms throughout the hottest days. This guide offers detailed instructions for starting and nurturing a variety of warm-weather crops available from Park Seed, ensuring your garden remains lush and productive as temperatures rise.

Cold Weather Gardening, Compost, Growing Food, Growing Guides, Seed Starting, What I'm Growing

The Ultimate Seed Starting Guide for Cool Weather Plants

As the seasons change, so does the garden. Cool weather crops offer the opportunity to extend the growing season and enjoy fresh produce beyond the typical summer months. This guide provides detailed instructions for starting and caring for a variety of cool-weather crops available from Park Seed, ensuring your garden thrives even as temperatures drop.

Compost, Growing Food, Growing Guides, Mobile app, What I'm Growing

Maximizing Your Garden’s Potential in February: Essential Tips and Tools

As winter’s chill starts to fade, February marks a critical juncture for those with a passion for gardening, filled with preparation and planning for the planting season ahead. Whether you’re in a cooler climate counting down to the first signs of spring or in an area with milder temperatures that accommodate early planting, this month presents an excellent opportunity to lay the foundation for a successful garden. From initiating seedlings indoors to getting the soil ready, let’s delve into the essential tasks for February and learn how the Seed to Spoon app can become your essential guide in this preparatory stage.

Cold Weather Gardening, Compost, Growing Food, Seed Starting

February in The Garden: The Seeds You Should Be Starting Now!

As January’s frosty embrace begins to loosen in February, the gardening community is filled with excitement for the approaching season. Despite February’s lingering chill, it marks a pivotal period for both preparation and foresight. This time is rich with opportunity for all gardeners, whether you bring years of experience or are newly initiated into the joys of gardening, to lay the groundwork for a prosperous and rewarding year. Drawing on Carrie from Seed to Spoon’s expert advice, we’ll explore the crucial activities that should populate your February gardening agenda, setting the stage for a flourishing garden.

Compost, DIY Home Supplies, Growing Food

Save $$$ and Boost Your Garden’s Health: DIY Soil Mix for Raised Beds

Creating your own soil mix for raised beds, as outlined by From Seed to Spoon, is an economical and effective way to ensure high-quality soil for your garden. The recommended Mel’s Mix, a blend of one-third coconut coir, one-third vermiculite, and one-third compost, offers an ideal growing medium. This mix is particularly beneficial for gardens with multiple beds, providing a cost-effective alternative to buying prepackaged soil.