Winter Reads for Gardeners
By Jill ChaseAfter a busy gardening season, one almost looks forward to the garden going to sleep, allowing the gardener to enjoy a well-deserved pause. Although it might be time to take a break from the physical toil, winter is the ideal time to do some serious reflecting on the season past and planning for […]
Zone 6: Want a Better Garden? Compost is the Answer
By Jill Chase If you garden at all, you probably know the power of compost. If your soil is too sandy and free draining—compost is the answer. If your soil is heavy clay—compost is the answer. Basically every garden can be improved by compost, but not enough people use it, much less make it. Most […]
