Yes, you can absolutely compost in a small space — I’ve done it myself in a 200-square-foot apartment with no yard. The secret is picking the right co...
If you're wondering how to store cherries so they stay crisp, juicy, and flavorful for as long as possible, the answer is simple: chill them fast, kee...
Spring vs. summer titi — you might think they're the same plant with different names, but they actually belong to completely different botanical famil...
You’ve planted your grapevines, and now you’re wondering how much water they actually need. I’ll cut straight to the chase: grapevine irrigation for m...
Mites in beehives are one of the biggest threats you'll face as a beekeeper — I've seen entire colonies collapse in a matter of months because the inf...
If you're wondering whether smart moisture monitoring technology is actually worth the investment, the short answer is: yes, it absolutely is — but wi...
If you’ve got a tiny balcony and you’re staring at blank walls thinking, I want more green but there’s no room on the floor, then vertical balcony gar...
You’re staring at a garden tag that says “Eupatorium,” and you’re trying to figure out if it’s a boneset, a thoroughwort, or a Joe Pye weed — I’ve bee...
Have you ever buried a seed or bulb in the dark soil and wondered how plants know which way to grow? I know I have, and it used to keep me up at night...
If you’re looking for shade trees for western landscapes, you’re probably wondering: which ones actually thrive in the dry heat of Nevada and Californ...
When you're looking for the best vegetables to grow indoors, I'd point you straight to leafy greens and herbs — they're the most forgiving and rewardi...
Is prairie grass the lawn alternative you’ve been looking for? I’ll cut right to it: yes, switching to a native prairie grass lawn can be a game-chang...
A smart sprinkler system is a Wi‑Fi connected controller that automates your garden watering based on real‑time weather data and your landscape’s spec...
Can you really plant flower seeds in autumn and expect them to bloom next spring? The short answer is yes, and I’ve been doing it for years. When you ...
So you're looking for the best shade trees to turn your backyard into a cool, comfortable retreat — I get it, because I've been in your shoes more tim...
If you're tired of spending your weekends mowing and watering a thirsty green lawn, a wildflower meadow lawn might be exactly what you need. I've pers...
If you’ve ever spotted a large, dark wasp hovering over your flowers and wondered if it’s dangerous, you’re not alone — I get asked about spider wasps...
Planting flowers and vegetables in large outdoor containers requires the right soil mix — and I'm here to tell you exactly what makes one good. A good...
