As spring comes, monarch butterflies will start to make their journey northward. Their epic migration will range from as far…
07
Feb
What Crops Grow Best for Your Gardening Zone?
If you’re new to USDA zone 5 or are new to organic vegetable gardening in general, you might be wondering…
05
Feb
What Gardening Zone Are You In?
Have you ever wanted to know what plants are recommended for your area? Most organic gardeners enjoy growing plants throughout…
31
Jan
To Till or Not to Till
Organic gardeners have debated the benefits of tilling and not tilling gardens for years. Each method has its pros and…
29
Jan
Preparing Your Garden Before You Start Spring Planting
Springtime in Iowa can be a bit unpredictable, but when the weather starts to turn warm and the sun stays…
24
Jan
Tips for Adding Fruit to Your Organic Garden
If you haven’t worked with fruit much, it’s easy to be a little intimidated by the thought of adding it…
22
Jan
A Gardener’s Guide to Beating the Winter Blues
It’s clear that winter in Iowa is a good time for hibernating. When December rolls around you’ve shut down your…
17
Jan
When to Start Seedlings
Before you can reach harvest time you have to make sure your plants get off to the best start possible.…
15
Jan
How and When to Prune Your Fruit Trees
You took the time to lovingly plant your fruit trees, water them, and help them grow, but now you’re facing…
10
Jan
Why You Should Use Garden Markers
There’s an easy way to clear up any possible confusion in the garden and it starts with placing markers by…
