When Should I Plant Potatoes in Utah?
Potatoes are easy and fun to grow! They do very well here in Utah. I have had success with various…
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Blossom End Rot
My friend Alison, who gardens in Bountiful, Utah, sent me a picture of her tomatoes that have blossom end rot.…
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…
When Is The Best Time To Prune Forsythia?
Forsythia is a wonderful shrub that blooms in the spring. It produces long sprays of bright yellow flowers in late…
When Can I Plant Peas?
The rule of thumb for planting peas – St. Patrick’s Day is the day to start plating peas in Utah.…
What Does “Organic Gardening” Mean?
Good Question. Organic gardening is about working with, not against, the natural ecosystems of your garden. The main foundation of…