Cherry, Roma, Beefsteak, yellow, purple, red... When we're talking about TOMATOES we're talking about OPTIONS- There's so many varieties to choose from! And did you know that each one has a specific function? I break down the different purposes, growing patterns and taste of many different tomato varieties and explain why we're growing each for our 2021 garden.
Tag: garden planning
How I Organize My Seeds
Come visit my new greenhouse and take a peek into how I organize my seeds. I also show you some of the supplies I've gathered in order to start some seeds. This year in my garden, I'm using my Farmer's Almanac to plant by the signs, and in today's video I explain what that is, where it came from, and how it can benefit your garden. Start your own garden and grow your own food this year! It's rewarding, healthy, mostly simple, and something you'll be glad you started.
Mailbox Monday: Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
Baker Creek is an exemplary company, rooted by great knowledge and passion for gardening and preservation, incredibly adept to the seed market and constantly expanding and offering more rare and unique varieties to their fanbase- yes, fans, not customers, fans- so much so, that they simply cannot keep up with the demand. To put it shortly, they have above and beyond earned their rightful adoration and deserve to be the standard to which all others are held to; the holy grail of seeds. Trust me, you're going to want to see these, and you're going to want some for your own.
Why We Grow Heirloom Seeds
Trying to understand seed labels and decide what's best for YOU can be confusing! There's so many options, so many terms. Are all GMO's bad? How do I know what I'm planting in my garden? Is a hybrid the same thing? Are all seeds created equal? I break it down for you here, and go in depth on why we chose to grow Heirloom seeds by discussing the pros and cons of all three seed types.