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Fall Gardening – When and what to plant for success
If your idea of vegetable gardening only involves a spring flurry and summer bounty, it’s time to explore the rewarding world of fall gardening and what to plant for success. Just imagine: sowing seeds when the soil is plenty warm for high germination rates; maturing crops after the first ... Read more
Timber Framing: A time-honored, beautiful, durable, and versatile way to build
What is timber framing? Timber framing is a construction method that utilizes heavy timbers instead of skinny framing wood (like 2x4s). These pieces are connected by elegant and strong joinery, which interlocks the timbers and incorporates wooden pegs to secure them. As a result, this method is way stronger and ... Read more
How to Grow Microgreens
If your green thumb is itching to sow seeds in the chilly winter months, then growing microgreens will likely be a fun and tasty solution for you. That’s because they’re easy to grow indoors at all times of year. These tiny treats are incredibly nutrient dense and are a sweet ... Read more
Ordering Seeds – Plus How to Store and Organize Them
All gardens start with seeds (and sun and soil and rain and love, of course). And in this modern age, most of us gardeners will order at least some of our seeds from seed companies. So, to help you order the right amounts of the right seeds for your garden, ... Read more
Independent Garden Seed Companies
We’re excited to share a list of independent garden seed companies from all over the United States. These are companies that we’ve bought from, learned from, and/or been inspired by. It’s by no means an exhaustive list. If you have an addition to suggest, please email us at gardening@wildabundance.net. During ... Read more
How to Plant a Tree?
Planting a tree is a remarkable, rewarding, and fairly simple act. Here’s a guide to help you be successful, so that your efforts (and trees) will have the best chance of bearing fruit. Steps to planting a tree: Dig a hole Prepare and amend the hole Backfill the hole (no ... Read more
Reality Checks for Raising Animals
You can raise your own eggs, milk, meat, and more, even in a moderately-sized backyard. Indeed, animals are an important part of land-based living and food security for many people. Along with edible gifts, animals provide other services, too. From manure fertilizer, to help with weed management, to the joy ... Read more
Favorite Zucchini Recipe – Crema de Calabacín
Do you have more zucchinis than you know what to do with? Are you looking for a new recipe that makes even slightly overgrown zucchinis shine? This simple and satisfying soup of Spanish origin will help you find gratitude for zucchini’s generosity. When you whip up and enjoy your first ... Read more
The Best Growing Medium for your Container Crop
Homegrown fruits and vegetables taste great from garden to table. They let you tune up your green thumb and palate at the same time. Land-based living and working toward an environmentally sustainable world gives you more control of what you eat. Whether you garden in a full-sized plot or a ... Read more
Bare Root vs. Potted Fruit Trees
When you plant a fruit tree, you’ll have the option of either a tree in a pot, (what you’ll usually find at garden stores) or a “bare root” tree. The latter looks more like a stick with some roots at one end; they’re usually available my mail order or pickup ... Read more
Johnny Appleseed and a Story of Apples in America
The story of apples in America is way more exciting and significant than you might expect. In fact, the so-called mythical character Johnny Appleseed was a real live nurseryman, whose goals were slightly less wholesome than you might think. From Staple Food to Simple Snack These days, most people think ... Read more
3 Steps for Irrigating Your Garden With Rainwater
Image source: Alison Hancock/Shutterstock Turn off the taps and lower your water bill. It’s easy to use rainwater to irrigate your garden. Here are 3 steps to help you get an effective system set up. Once you’re using rainwater instead of groundwater to irrigate, you won’t need to run up ... Read more
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