Insect decline may seem like a good thing (less mosquitoes and pests, right?) but it is actually a major threat to our ecosystems. Over 97% of insects are beneficial, but we are losing them at a rapid rate. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains simple ways to welcome “good guy” insects into your garden, increasing biodiversity and ecosystem services.
This ancient crop has a surprising abundance of benefits for home gardeners and chefs. In this article, garden expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains 7 reasons to use wheat as part of your crop rotations, soil enrichment, and culinary adventures. You can even grow your own wheatgrass!
Modern soils are depleted of trace minerals, which can reduce the vigor of our plants and the nutrient-density of our food. In this article, soil expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to use Azomite to remineralize your soil.
Trap cropping is a clever method for deterring pests away from your vegetables. However, it can go wrong if not executed correctly. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to avoid the most common trap cropping mistakes and what to do instead.
If you are looking for a chemical-free solution to invasive plants, consider growing natives that can outcompete them. In this article, garden expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains how to fight plants with plants to control nuisance species.
Pruning blackberries can feel intimidating and confusing, but it is the best way to ensure high berry yields while reducing the risk of disease. In this article, garden expert Logan Hailey offers 10 pro tips to prune your blackberry vines for maximum performance and aesthetics.
Pruning raspberry canes ensures abundant yields and reduces the risk of diseases. It makes managing and harvesting your berries much easier and improves fruit size and quality. If you feel intimidated about pruning, garden expert Logan Hailey has 7 simple steps to help you get started.
Much like their cucumber relatives, melons benefit from pruning to halt excessive leafy growth and promote more flowers and fruit. Pruning can also make it easier to trellis small-fruited varieties upward. In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains the best pruning methods for melons.
Do you want to grow the largest tree in the world? If your landscape has 30-60 square feet of open space and lots of summer moisture, you can plant your own Giant Sequoia to reach up to 150 feet in your lifetime! In this guide, garden expert Logan Hailey explains how to grow this gigantic living fossil.
Whether leaving the hose on or overcrowding your plants, some gardening habits become ingrained in your seasonal routines. It’s easy to adopt certain patterns without stopping to question “why?” In this article, garden expert Logan Hailey explains 7 garden habits to leave behind, and what you can do instead for easier maintenance and healthier plants.
If you don’t live in the ideal foggy coastal climate for growing a California Coast Redwood, you can still plant a redwood in your landscape! Dawn Redwood trees are native to China and adaptable to USDA zones 4-8. Garden expert Logan Hailey explains everything you need to know about growing this ancient coniferous tree.
Do you want to learn years of tomato-growing experience in just 5 minutes? In this article, former organic farmer Logan Hailey explains 10 crucial things to know before growing tomatoes! These simple tips might save you a lot of headaches and tremendously multiply your yields.