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Seed Starting Mistakes: 15 Common Errors That Kill Seedlings (And How to Fix Them)

Leave a Comment / Seed Starting & Garden Planning / Dina Wilson

Starting plants from seed is one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening. Watching tiny seedlings sprout and grow into thriving plants is magical. But if you’re new to seed starting, it’s easy to make mistakes that can lead to disappointment. If your seeds aren’t germinating, seedlings keep dying, or plants look weak and leggy, […]

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What To Direct Sow In March In Zone 5b

Leave a Comment / Seed Starting & Garden Planning, Zone 5 / Gord Wilson

If you’re gardening in Zone 5b, March is when the season quietly begins. The ground is just starting to thaw, and as soon as it’s workable, you can start planting some of the toughest, cold-hardy crops right into your garden beds. Right now, you can direct sow vegetables like radishes, lettuce, carrots, peas, and even

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Most Profitable Vegetables to Grow in a Small Garden (Ranked by Value)

Leave a Comment / Seed Starting & Garden Planning / Gord Wilson

If you’re trying to grow more food without wasting space, some vegetables are simply worth more than others. Some crops produce a huge amount in a small space. Others take up half your garden and barely save you any money. In this guide, I’ll break down the most profitable vegetables to grow based on real

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

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

Leave a Comment / Seed Starting & Garden Planning, Zone 5 / Gord Wilson

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)

Leave a Comment / Seed Starting & Garden Planning / Gord Wilson

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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