Author name: Gord Wilson

I’m Gord, a Canadian gardener and homesteading blogger who shares simple, practical tips along with real experiments and honest lessons to help you grow better food at home.

Picture of raised garden beds full of plants, taken in August.

Fall Garden Plans: 5 Vegetables To Plant In August In Zone 5

Think the gardening season is winding down? Think again. August is one of the best months to start a fall garden in Zone 5. As garlic, peas, onions, and early potatoes come out of the garden, new space opens up for cool-season vegetables that actually prefer the cooler temperatures of late summer and early fall. […]

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Outside view of our greenhouse. 8x12 feet in dimensions.

3 Essential Greenhouse Gardening Tips (For Beginners Who Want Real Results)

Greenhouse gardening is one of the most effective ways to extend your growing season, protect plants from unpredictable weather, and grow healthier crops, especially in cooler climates like ours here in Canada. But owning a greenhouse doesn’t automatically guarantee success. Without the right setup, heating strategy, and plant choices, a greenhouse can quickly become an

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