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Olla Pots for Container Gardening: A Guide for Balcony and Patio Gardeners
If you're wondering if you can use ollas in a container garden, the answer is yes! Container gardening is perfect for those with limited space, but it comes with it's own unique set of challenges (including watering) that an olla watering system can help with. I love container gardening from an accessibility standpoint, because it makes it possible for a lot more people to grow their own food. But, container gardens dry out much faster than in ground garden beds since they can heat up faster and have less volume to hold excess water in reserve. Which means if you're not careful, all it takes is one hot day or a weekend away to damage your plants. That's pretty unforgiving! Having backup systems in place not only reduces plant stress but also reduces wasted water lost to surface evaporation, a huge problem for container gardens in general that warm up so fast. But how do you know you're choosing the right sized olla watering system for your container garden?
Garden Tool Maintenance | The Best Garden Tools For Chronic Pain
I know we're all anxious to get into garden planning, but there's one thing that's just as important to having a successful garden this year as a good plan; the tools that you're going to use to garden. I don’t use many different kinds of garden tools since I like to keep things simple, but the garden tools that I use have to withstand a lot of use, as well as be comfortable enough to use for extended periods of time. I prefer to buy things once, and I’d rather invest a little more in a tool that I will have for a lifetime than continually replace and send old ones to the landfill.
Greenstalk Planter Review [Vertical Garden Planter]
This honest review of the Greenstalk Planter vertical garden tower has everything you need to know about Greenstalk gardens!
How To Grow Pumpkins In The Garden: Everything You Need To Know [Guide]
Pumpkins are a versatile and nutritious vegetable that comes in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and flavors. From the delicate and tender to the rich and sweet, pumpkins, there is a pumpkin variety to suit every palate. Pumpkins are not only delicious but also packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, making it a healthy addition to any diet. Their vibrant colors and unique textures make it a visually appealing ingredient that can elevate any dish. Whether you're looking to make comforting soups, hearty stews, vibrant salads, or even sweet desserts, pumpkin can be a go-to ingredient.
The 6 Best Garden Shoes for Effortless and Enjoyable Gardening [Roundup]
Ask gardeners what their favorite shoes to wear in the garden are, and you’ll get a huge array of responses. Many will say that the best way to garden is barefoot, and while there are many benefits to rooting yourself to the soil through your bare feet, there will always be times when a good garden shoe is required to protect our toes from heavy, rough jobs or hot environments. I often go barefoot in the later days of summer when the garden is mostly self-sustaining, but for big garden tasks like moving soil or constructing beds, garden shoes are a necessity.
Why You Need Gardener's Supply Co.'s Raised Beds for Your Garden [Review]
These no-bend garden boxes keep plants hydrated via a series of innovative, connected reservoirs that deliver water to roots on demand. Four generous 5-gallon reservoirs extend the time between watering and create more even moisture throughout the bed. And, since water is drawn primarily from the bottom instead of applied from the top, less water is lost to evaporation too! 10" planting depth accommodates a wide variety of crops, from tomatoes to root-crops like carrots.