The most advantageous aspect of organic gardening is most definitely the healthy food that you're growing. No supermarket fruits or vegetables can compare in taste, nutrition, or cleanliness to the freshly plucked harvest your...
One of my favorite crops last year was the potatoes. Why the potatoes you ask? Yes, I can buy organic potatoes at the farmers market or at my neighborhood co op, but the whole process of planting, watching them grow and then of course...
In Minnesota we are starting our first garden crops - and since it is still cold, we focus on cold weather plants. On the Backyard Farm Fan Page, one fan asked what are some good examples of cold weather plants? What can I get started on in...
Obsessed with green smoothies? They’re quick, easy, portable, delicious, and you can add a ridiculous amount of super-powered nutrients to each one. Plus, let’s all just admit that drinking something green gives you an excuse to feel smug in the...
This infographic displays information about home gardening in the United States and the benefits of having your own home garden. It breaks down the amount of money one could save per year by starting their own garden and shows the common...
I am giddy with excitement as I see the baskets of new plants being delivered to my backyard, ready to be planted. Kale (lots of it as I am a morning kale smoothy freak), butterhead & romaine lettuce, cabbage, parsley, thyme,...
When planting a garden there are so many variables that can affect your plants. One of the most important variables is the soil that your plants are grown in. Chemical fertilizers may be slightly cheaper than organic ones, but there are so many...
The following is an original and entertaining infographic which explains how to build a vegetable garden at home. It summarizes the main elements that we need to grow our own vegetables and also some easy crops that can be useful if we are...
Winter is here, but the Minneapolis Farmers Market is still in full swing. If you're looking for local meat and poultry sellers the North Lyndale market is where to go. This April make sure to stop by the market.
Dates and Hours
April 5th, 12th,...
