Mountain Wildflowers
Did you know that less than 10% of the world’s known plant species actually grow above 10,000 feet? These high-altitude…
Onion Harvest!
Your onion tops are starting to flop over. Half the bed looks like it gave up. That is not a…
Pumpkin Patch Progress
The pumpkin patch at the community garden is coming along nicely. It has enjoyed the heat and I noticed that…
Summer Harvest!
Show up at a peak-season farmers market with an empty bag and no plan, and you’ll leave with something beautiful…
Stop And Smell The Linden Trees!
Ever walked past a blooming linden tree in summer, caught that unmistakable sweet, honeyed scent, and thought, “Can I eat…
Waterwise Plants for Utah
There are very many plants that will do well in our climate on the Wasatch Front of Northern Utah without…
Manure! My Favorite!
If you want to quickly and cheaply add nutrients to your soil, try some steer manure! This is great stuff…
Drip Irrigation is Awesome!
A drip irrigation system in the garden can make the life of the gardener much easier. Here in Utah we…
To Till or Not To Till?
This is something that gardeners ask all the time. There are pros and cons to tilling and NOT tilling. Sometimes…
Is It Necessary To Plants Squashes and Melons in Mounds or Hills?
My friend asked me why we are supposed to plant squashes and melons in mounds. The answer is – it…