Posts by Toby Madrone
Foraged Finds: Safe and Sustainable Foraging
Foraging and gardening go hand in hand. Our gardens are where we nurture the plants we most want to have near us at all times, or that need our care to thrive. Foraging extends our relationships to wild plants already thriving in our local neighborhoods, parks, and natural areas. Foraging can help connect us with…
Read MoreFertilizer Basics: Gardening 101
Most gardeners have heard that plants need fertilizer. But what kind of fertilizer, how the heck do you use it, and where do you start? Even for experienced gardeners, the options can feel overwhelming. And searching online often yields confusing or conflicting advice. The good news is, choosing a fertilizer and supplying your plants with the…
Read MoreFive Pest-Eating Predatory Insects to Know and Love
Know before you squish — the bugs in your garden just might be helpful predatory insects! Some of these garden friends might look or even act a bit alarming, but ultimately they’re well worth having around. Once you know the difference between predatory insects and the herbivores that eat your plants, you’ll be able to…
Read MoreAphids: Natural Pest Management
Aphids are one of those ubiquitous pests that every gardener has to contend with. A handful of aphids won’t cause much damage, but their lightning-fast reproduction rates and tendency to gather can make them a cause for concern. But don’t reach for harsh pesticides yet! The good news is that there are lots of beneficial…
Read MoreHot Weather, Cool Veggies
Learn about the basics of summer planting for fall and winter harvest, as well as vegetables to plant as late as September for harvest the following spring.
Read MoreGrow Herbs Indoors this Winter
Growing herbs indoors is a fun and convenient way to have fresh herbs on-hand for cooking. They also look beautiful and smell wonderful.
Read MoreSuccess with Florist Cyclamen
For showy winter blooms when most flowers have called it quits. It’s hard to beat florist cyclamen.
Read MoreFour Easy Ways to Preserve the Harvest
Try these simple methods to enjoy your garden’s bounty all year long.
Read More5 Vegetables You Can Harvest All Winter Long
Plant these now for non-stop veggies from autumn to spring.
Read MoreHow to Create a Butterfly Garden
Butterflies have a lot to offer. Here’s how gardeners can give back.
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