Monthly Archives: September 2013

Eat This Today: Microgreens

Microgreens have up to 40 times more vital nutrients than mature plants, taste delicious, and are easy to grow. Read all about microgreens, how they differ from sprouts, and how you can incorporate them into your diet.

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Tip #78: Staking Trees

Read when you should be staking your trees and why most trees should be left unstaked to develop a stronger and more resilient root system

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Tip #77: Protect Your Garden From Frost

Cold weather is coming. Here’s what you can do to protect your tender annuals from getting affected by frost.

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September Specials from YUF

Check out the latest specials from YUF happening this September. EarthBoxes, garlic planting, garden cleanups and more can be pre-ordered to ensure your garden stays in tip-top shape.

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Tip #76: Grow Moss In Shady Areas

If you have a very shady area, trying growing moss to keep the weeds down, minimize soil erosion, and keep the area looking lush and green

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Tip #75: Use Willow Cuttings As a Natural Root Stimulator

Willow bark makes an excellent natural rooting stimulant and can be used to improve and speed up the propagation of plants including herbs like rosemary, lavender, and sage.

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Tip #74: Dry Herbs In Your Car

If you have a lot of herbs to dry and want to quickly dry them without using your oven or a dehydrator, use your car instead! Lay a sheet of newsprint or newspaper on the seat of your car and […]

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