For years, every spring started the same way.I’d drag out the old tiller, spend hours wrestling it through our heavy clay soil, and then spend the rest of the season pulling weeds that seemed to grow faster than my vegetables. Then one day I finally discovered the secret to growing a successful, low-maintenance garden: raised…
Small Space Gardening: Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden in a GreenStalk Planter
This year I decided to try something new. Even though I already have six raised beds, I purchased a Greenstalk five-tier vertical planter to see what all the buzz was about. I’ve recommended them to clients for small spaces, so I thought it was time I gave one a test run myself. Since I don’t…
How to Grow, Harvest, and Cook Winter Squash
This is my first year growing Honeynut Winter Squash from Botanical Interests. The seed packet described it as a smaller, sweeter version of butternut—just 4–5 inches long—with edible skin that turns a warm terracotta color when ripe. It also said the vines were “compact” and suitable for containers or trellises, which sounded perfect for my…
Navaho Blackberries: A Thornless, Trellis-Free Berry for Small Gardens
Navaho Blackberries: Big Harvests Without a Trellis If you’re a gardener working with limited space—or just want to keep things low-maintenance—Navaho blackberries might be your perfect match. These compact, thornless blackberry plants pack a punch when it comes to fruit production, and the best part? They stand tall all on their own, no trellis required….