Follow a self-taught backyard gardener in her gardening obsession
A reflection on the successes and failures of establishing a native garden. From the enthusiastic spreading of Pearly Everlasting to the disappearance of native milkweeds, gardening is always a learning process. Get real-world insight into the challenges of creating a native backyard garden.
Follow along on my second year of winter sowing in Montreal. I explain how to winter sow seeds. My own technique combines the use of milk jugs and plastic bins. I discuss the relative merits of different methods and share my insights.
This year, I tried winter sowing for the first time. I was pretty skeptical. It honestly sounds too good to be true. But ultimately it was much easier and more successful than I ever would have imagined! What is Winter Sowing?What Can I Grow With Winter Sowing?When Do I Plant My Seeds in Winter Sowing?How... Continue Reading →
Martha's Garden Obsession 