The EarthWay Nylon Bag Spreader’s 20 pound-capacity bag is constructed of nylon and has a zipper top that makes filling with seed or fertilizer easy. Mildew, water and tear resistant for longevity. Features adjustable spring loaded shutoff and wide adjustable shoulder...
When I started dabbling with using the silage tarp technique several years ago I didn’t understand how it could impact my gardening and farming future. It solves problems I’ve faced in the past and is an excellent alternative to tilling the soil—-especially if you...
If you want weed-free seedbeds for next spring---you better hop to it now. A little work today will save much work come spring. Fall sown hardy annual seeds are some of the easiest and most rewards spring flowers to grow if you prevent the weeds! The Weed Seed...
Floating Row covers can prevent so many problems in the garden, I'm not sure if I would still be gardening if it wasn't for them. They help prevent pest damage, protect plants from the elements and so much more. I am never caught without row covers on hand. Covering...
Don't miss the 'How-to use the stand-up garden hoe' video below. Is it just a dream to have a weed-free growing season? It’s not if you plan on preventing weeds! We use two planting methods on the farm and each has its own plan of weed prevention. About weed seeds......
There is no more welcoming time of year in the garden then when all the Garden Gold starts piling up around here. What am I talking about? Bags of leaves of course. For the next couple of months we gather and put down leaves on the farm like crazy, you might say they...
I am often asked how I use row covers on my farm. Below are the reasons to use, how to use, and when to remove. In all installation during warm-to-hot weather hoops are recommended to create more air space under the cover. I use the lightweight floating row cover...
Who knew building super soil could be free and easy! The only ingredient required are leaves and they are falling to the ground now and waiting for you. The Gift of Grandpa Ziegler The #1 question I get is “how did you build that super soil on your farm?” My reply is...
I didn't set out to fill my farm with pollinators and other beneficial insects. You might say it has been a side effect of all-natural cut-flower farming. As simple as it sounds, it's true. Just plant flowers. Don't use pesticides--organic or otherwise. Soon a wave of...
A great mid-summer addition to the garden is buckwheat. There is plenty of time left in the growing season to take advantage of its many benefits and it is easy to grow. Buckwheat is a cover crop you grow to benefit your garden and the creatures that live there. It...
