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Letting your soil sit. All winter long…
It’s the easy option but not the most beneficial one!
If you don’t grow year-round, you might be in the habit of leaving your garden or your fields bare overwinter. But, although you may not be continuing production, the winter months are still valuable time.
It doesn’t matter if you have dozens of acres or simply plant a few veggies in your backyard garden.
Instead of leaving your soil to sit for months, you can use the winter to build up your soil naturally and boost fertility for the spring.
Clear the planting area of any debris, lightly till or rake the soil, and broadcast the seeds evenly across the surface. Gently rake them in to ensure good soil contact. Water thoroughly to encourage germination, especially if rain is scarce.
For larger areas, you can use a use a cone spreader, grain drill, or just hand throw it on - that’s what we did for the 1/4 acre area we seeded about 2 weeks ago.
If you have a winter kill cover crop, such as oats and peas, and are in the north, you’ll just turn under the minimal residue in the spring and plant.
If you have an overwintering cover crop, you’ll have to start your field/garden prep a little bit earlier in the spring. Before you can do anything with your soil, you’ll have to mow your cover crop and turn it under. It’s a little bit of extra work, but it’s worth the reward! You'll need far less nitrogen fertilizer.
Iain Tolhurst: A no-till farmer in the UK, Iain uses wood chips extensively and is a master at boosting soil fertility.
Jeff Moyer: Another expert on no-till farming, listen as Jeff shares his advice on cover crops, pH levels, and more.
Elaine Ingham: This one’s an older episode - but Elaine is one of the world’s leading soil microbiologists, with amazing insight on soil regeneration!
These three episodes have a lot of great teaching on wood chips, cover crops, and soil fertility in general. Give them a listen!
It’s the easy option but not the most beneficial one!
If you don’t grow year-round, you might be in the habit of leaving your garden or your fields bare overwinter. But, although you may not be continuing production, the winter months are still valuable time.
It doesn’t matter if you have dozens of acres or simply plant a few veggies in your backyard garden.
Instead of leaving your soil to sit for months, you can use the winter to build up your soil naturally and boost fertility for the spring.
How?
- Mulching: Easy way to add organic matter to your fields or garden overwinter, and (depending on the type of mulch) help reduce weed growth in the spring.
- Wood chips: For no-till fields, wood chips are another good option, as long as you make sure they are aged before spreading to avoid any nitrogen depletion. Check out the podcast episode here to learn more about using wood chips.
- Cover crops: Grow with very little effort, and include legumes like clover and vetch to add nitrogen to your soil throughout the winter, as well as add organic matter to your soil and suppress weed growth.
For most of the US, now’s the perfect time to plant cover crop!
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Cover crops are a MUST for any farm or garden:
- Improve Soil Health – Cover crops work wonders by adding organic matter and improving soil structure. They break up compacted soil, boost aeration, and increase the soil's ability to hold moisture. Healthier soil means healthier crops!
- Suppress Weeds Naturally – Want to cut down on weeding? Cover crops act like a natural mulch, smothering out weeds and reducing your need for herbicides or hand-pulling. It’s a great way to manage weeds without the backbreaking work.
- Fix Nitrogen and Add Nutrients – Some cover crops, like legumes, actually pull nitrogen from the air and store it in the soil, making it available for your next crop. Others, like grasses, mine for deeper nutrients, bringing them up to the surface for future plants.
- Protect Against Erosion – By keeping the soil covered, you prevent it from washing away in heavy rains or blowing off in the wind. That means your valuable topsoil stays put and you avoid losing precious nutrients.
When should you plant cover crops?
You can plant any time after your summer or fall harvest. Ideally, plant soon after harvest so that weeds don’t have time to grow in the meantime.Clear the planting area of any debris, lightly till or rake the soil, and broadcast the seeds evenly across the surface. Gently rake them in to ensure good soil contact. Water thoroughly to encourage germination, especially if rain is scarce.
For larger areas, you can use a use a cone spreader, grain drill, or just hand throw it on - that’s what we did for the 1/4 acre area we seeded about 2 weeks ago.
How do you manage cover crops in the spring?
Depending on the type of cover crop you seed, depends on your management.If you have a winter kill cover crop, such as oats and peas, and are in the north, you’ll just turn under the minimal residue in the spring and plant.
If you have an overwintering cover crop, you’ll have to start your field/garden prep a little bit earlier in the spring. Before you can do anything with your soil, you’ll have to mow your cover crop and turn it under. It’s a little bit of extra work, but it’s worth the reward! You'll need far less nitrogen fertilizer.
Key podcast episodes for soil health
To learn more about how you can support your soil health this winter, check out these episodes from the Thriving Farmer Podcast: Iain Tolhurst: A no-till farmer in the UK, Iain uses wood chips extensively and is a master at boosting soil fertility. Jeff Moyer: Another expert on no-till farming, listen as Jeff shares his advice on cover crops, pH levels, and more. Elaine Ingham: This one’s an older episode - but Elaine is one of the world’s leading soil microbiologists, with amazing insight on soil regeneration!These three episodes have a lot of great teaching on wood chips, cover crops, and soil fertility in general. Give them a listen!
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10 Crops To Harvest Before The First Frost
The National Weather Service has issued a frost warning!It’s a last-minute scurry. A clear, calm night and a frost warning. While many vegetables like carrots, kale, and parsnips don’t mind a little frost and may even taste better, quite a few of our garden favorites are killed by the frost, and their fruits can also be damaged.
While not every vegetable needs to be gathered before the first freezing temps, many, like tomatoes, can be rendered mushy and damaged by even a short time below freezing. A few minutes won’t ruin them, but if you have frost in the forecast, grab a basket or two and get the tender veggies inside.
Most plants in the Solanaceae family, like tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers, will not survive a frost. At or below freezing, it doesn’t take long for these soft fruits to go bad. Summer vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers have a high water content. When the water in their cells starts to freeze, it expands, rupturing the cell walls. After thawing in the morning sun, the cell walls collapse, unable to provide the structural support they did when intact. The vegetable gets mushy and loses its appeal. Grab a basket, snips, and head out the evening before for some last-minute harvesting.
The first overnight frost of the year is often followed by several more weeks of warm weather. A light frost–usually the first frost of the year–may last only a few hours in the early morning before dawn but is still enough to kill many of our favorite garden vegetables and flowers. If you’re growing plants in containers, they can be brought indoors overnight and set out in the morning. Setting them in an unheated garage or shed is often enough protection for a quick frost.
Plants in the garden can be covered with frost cloth or even an old bed sheet. Ensure the covering goes all the way to the ground and is anchored so it won’t allow drafts or blow away in the wind. Frost cloth (or old bedsheets) works by trapping radiant heat from the ground, keeping it around the plant. They can protect sensitive plants from temperatures several degrees below freezing for short periods if properly used. Remove the covers in the morning.
Tomatoes
The last tomato harvest of the fall causes a commotion in my garden. Any tomato that has started to turn even a bit of color gets grabbed for future ripening in the house. Even green tomatoes can be picked, and there are many recipes online for creative ways to use them. A light frost will kill most tomato plants, and you’ll see any fruits you missed hanging under the now shriveled leaves. If you check them and they’re firm and unblemished, grab those too.Any tomatoes you missed that fell on the ground and froze are best picked up that first morning and tossed in the compost. After a day or two, they get mushy. If you leave them in the garden, you may have more volunteer tomatoes than you bargained for in late spring. They can come up like weeds.
Sweet Peppers
Pepper plants love their heat, and even a quick frost can be their doom. A few hours at or below freezing is enough to turn red, orange, yellow, and green sweet peppers into unappealing soft lumps. Snag all the peppers that have reached mature size, even if they aren’t quite ripe yet. Bring them into the house and ripen them in a paper bag or a bowl on the counter.Cucumbers
These delectable veggies are mostly water, so you can imagine what a frost does to them. Cucumbers are easily damaged by freezing, and the vines will be kaput in the morning anyway. Overlarge cukes can be tossed in the compost pile, and eating-size cukes can be preserved or turned into a batch of refrigerator pickles.Hot Peppers
Just like sweet peppers, a little frost will spell the end of the line for hot peppers. While a quick frost won’t hurt the fruits hanging on the plant, it’s a good idea to harvest them anyway. An extra degree or two can make the difference between crispy, ripe habaneros and soggy mush.Sweet corn?
Your sweet corn is probably done producing, and you’ve cut the stalks for fall decorations. But, if you succession planted sweet corn, go ahead and pull the last ears before the frost. They won’t keep developing, and you’ll capture more of the sugars before they start turning to starch.Eggplant
From the same family as tomatoes, eggplants are also a heat-loving vegetable. Although the skin can seem tough, especially if they’ve been on the vine a bit too long, it won’t take more than a few hours of frosty temps to render eggplants inedible.Summer Squashes
Like many other squashes, a night of frost will render a bushy zucchini plant brown and deflated. Winter squashes like butternut or acorn squash will be fine left out, even if the vines die back. They just need to be gathered before a hard freeze damages them. But tender-skinned summer squashes like zucchini or pattypan squash should be brought indoors.Green beans
Green beans are not tolerant of frost, and if you’ve still got a few pods hanging on your bushes or vines, grab them and toss them in the basket before freezing temps. If you’ve been staying on top of harvesting them, it won’t be much work to grab the last few. Other types of beans meant for drying, like black beans or Jacob’s Cattle Bean, are perfectly okay to leave for a while after the frosts. For those types, you’re looking for the pod to dry and the beans inside to be hard, which often won’t happen until later in autumn.Okra
Okra is another tropical species, and while it may survive a light frost, there’s no reason not to snag all the pods you can beforehand. Since okra plants will keep producing until the frost, you’ll likely have a few pods out there at optimum size, and a few younguns. Snag them all if you are certain the evening low will result in a killing frost. If the frost warning is for a glancing blow, leave the immature pods in case the plant survives.Basil
If you’ve been succession planting basil and still have some young basil plants producing leaves, bring them inside or harvest what you can. Basil, left out through a frost, will turn black and slimy after only a light freeze. Many herbs like rosemary, sage, and thyme will be alright with a light frost, but basil isn’t one of them. If you’re in a hurry, nip entire stems and sort them out later.Vegetables aren’t the only thing to grab for a last-of-the-year harvest before the frost. Many annual flowers and tender perennials we grow as annuals won’t tolerate a frost. If you’ve got a flower patch, cut a big bouquet or two of all the ready-for-harvest zinnias, dahlias, cosmos, marigolds, and phlox. Bring in begonias, hostas, impatiens, and petunias. Don’t forget to take a few quick cuttings if you’d like to preserve your coleus for next year.
Sad times are about to happen here, supposed to get spotty frost tonight which I am not to worried about but tomorrow night it goes down to 31 and definite frost, 
There goes the garden for this year
I know I haven't posted pictures lately but I have been feelin bad and wifey has been doin the pickin. I will try to remember to get an end of the year picture or two.
There goes the garden for this year
I know I haven't posted pictures lately but I have been feelin bad and wifey has been doin the pickin. I will try to remember to get an end of the year picture or two.
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Many people turn to gardening for its health benefits—growing fresh, nutritious food right at home. In fact, many of us are already growing cancer-fighting superfoods without even realizing it. But despite these efforts, diseases and illnesses like cancer still affect so many of us. Did you know that over 80,000 new cancer cases each year are associated with a suboptimal diet? What if we told you that one of the most powerful tools to prevent (and even heal) cancer may already be in your kitchen right now? Conversely, some items in your kitchen might actually be fueling the development and progression of cancer within your body, right under your nose. In The Ultimate Cancer-Proof Diet, certified holistic cancer coach and professional nutrition coach Nathan Crane reveals the science behind how your diet can affect your cancer risk and its ability to heal. >>> Download your copy of The Ultimate Cancer-Proof Diet today 
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I picked off my peppers and all the ripe maters I had today, I hate to see the end of garden time, sad.
Tomorrow I'll pick down my maters, most of the green maters will turn red by thanksgivin usually and have a much better taste than any you can get in the stores. So got that penciled in for tomorrow when I get back from the vampires (blood drawn).
Here's todays pick
Pretty good haul for a last pick and only 12 plants
Here's todays maters, tomorrow will be the green and turnin ones
Tomorrow I'll pick down my maters, most of the green maters will turn red by thanksgivin usually and have a much better taste than any you can get in the stores. So got that penciled in for tomorrow when I get back from the vampires (blood drawn).
Here's todays pick
Pretty good haul for a last pick and only 12 plants
Here's todays maters, tomorrow will be the green and turnin ones
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Jimi, are you ready to create your healthy garden lifestyle no matter what climate you live in and no matter what time of year it is. It’s all about getting creative and maximizing your unique growing conditions!
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That’s why we’re hosting a complimentary gardening abundance masterclass!
When you watch, you’ll discover:
How to create gardening habits that really stick Why killing more plants is a sign of success What plants really want from you (it’s less than you think!) Why “growing seasons” are a myth that holds gardeners back How your “growing zone” can lead you astray (and what to focus on instead) GYOV’s proven system for continual garden improvement How you can get started growing the garden of your dreams NOW
After this Masterclass, you’ll be empowered to integrate even more gardening, fresh food, health, and vitality into your daily life immediately.
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Growing Asian Greens
Asian greens are gaining popularity in the US, and for good reason. They’re tasty! However, finding them in good condition at the grocery store can be problematic or expensive. But, they are surprisingly easy to grow at home, and a small plot can keep a household overflowing with fresh Asian...
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Hi Jimi,
Did you find that you missed out on some growing space in your garden this past growing season? No big deal, right?
Wrong!
Every empty spot means less fresh food on your table—and a smaller return on your gardening investment.
That’s why Garden Trainer Crystal Meserole created the Maximize Your Garden Space Guide. Get the six strategies to maximize your harvests so you can get tons of fresh food on your plate for just pennies.
>>> Download the Guide to Maximize Your Garden Space
Inside, you’ll learn six tricks farmers and expert growers use to get more food:
Double up on your rows without overcrowding plants
Plant tomatoes to increase your overall harvest while increasing your grow space
Harvest your root crops to get higher yields
Break the rules of spacing in a way that fills your garden…and your harvest basket!
Bend the rules of gardening to grow longer into the season
>>> Learn the 6 Tricks to Maximize Your Garden Space
You’ll rediscover gardening in a whole new light!
These tricks make your harvesting process easier, keep your plants healthier, and give you more for all your garden efforts
To Less Work & More Harvest!
Grow Your Own Vegetables Team
Did you find that you missed out on some growing space in your garden this past growing season? No big deal, right?
Wrong!
Every empty spot means less fresh food on your table—and a smaller return on your gardening investment.
That’s why Garden Trainer Crystal Meserole created the Maximize Your Garden Space Guide. Get the six strategies to maximize your harvests so you can get tons of fresh food on your plate for just pennies.
>>> Download the Guide to Maximize Your Garden Space
Inside, you’ll learn six tricks farmers and expert growers use to get more food:
Double up on your rows without overcrowding plants Plant tomatoes to increase your overall harvest while increasing your grow space Harvest your root crops to get higher yields Break the rules of spacing in a way that fills your garden…and your harvest basket! Bend the rules of gardening to grow longer into the season>>> Learn the 6 Tricks to Maximize Your Garden Space
You’ll rediscover gardening in a whole new light!
These tricks make your harvesting process easier, keep your plants healthier, and give you more for all your garden efforts
To Less Work & More Harvest!
Grow Your Own Vegetables Team
Bayer’s New Roundup Products More Toxic Than Prior Formulations, New Report Asserts.
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Bayer’s New Roundup Products Appear More Toxic Than Prior Formulations, New Report Asserts - Organic Consumers
October 22, 2024 | Source: The New Lede | by Carey Gillam New types of Roundup weed killing products marketed to US consumers contain chemicals that pose greater health risks to people than prior formulations suspected of causing cancer, according to an analysis by an environmental health advocacy
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We’re not born with master gardening skills, Jimi.
The most successful growers are not the ones with the most book knowledge or the largest skillset…although those do come in handy.
The most successful growers are those who have a curious mindset and always ask questions. They’re the ones who are continually learning - and it really never stops, even if you’ve been farming for 20+ years like I have!
So if you’re interested in learning more about creating a garden plan that really works for you—your space, your climate, your budget, and your time—then there’s a great free resource for you.
Our friends over at Grow Your Own Vegetables have a free hour-long masterclass: Scientifically Proven Strategies for an Abundant Vegetable and Herb Garden. In it, you’ll learn about navigating difficult climates and seasonal challenges in order to maintain an all-season garden!
To thriving,
The most successful growers are not the ones with the most book knowledge or the largest skillset…although those do come in handy.
The most successful growers are those who have a curious mindset and always ask questions. They’re the ones who are continually learning - and it really never stops, even if you’ve been farming for 20+ years like I have!
So if you’re interested in learning more about creating a garden plan that really works for you—your space, your climate, your budget, and your time—then there’s a great free resource for you.
Our friends over at Grow Your Own Vegetables have a free hour-long masterclass: Scientifically Proven Strategies for an Abundant Vegetable and Herb Garden. In it, you’ll learn about navigating difficult climates and seasonal challenges in order to maintain an all-season garden!
If you are…
- Winding down your gardening season
- Reflecting on successes
- Considering changes for the next season
- Approaching your most productive gardening season
- Wanting to optimize your harvest
- Looking for methods to extend your gardening season
- Relishing freshly-harvested foods year-round
- Seeking to enhance your gardening skills
- Desiring a deeper understanding of ways to improve your results
To thriving,
We need a president that will BAN all the GMO products before they kill everyone and destroy the planetBayer’s New Roundup Products More Toxic Than Prior Formulations, New Report Asserts.
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Bayer’s New Roundup Products Appear More Toxic Than Prior Formulations, New Report Asserts - Organic Consumers
October 22, 2024 | Source: The New Lede | by Carey Gillam New types of Roundup weed killing products marketed to US consumers contain chemicals that pose greater health risks to people than prior formulations suspected of causing cancer, according to an analysis by an environmental health advocacy
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You’re invited, Jimi, to join a LIVE Q&A with Grow Your Own Vegetables Garden Trainer Crystal Meserole, who’ll be sharing tips and answering questions on maximizing your garden space.
Because why shouldn’t you get MORE from your garden efforts?
Have you asked your crop planning questions yet? There’s still time—don’t be shy!
Join us for the LIVE Interview and Q&A session with Grow Your Own Vegetables Garden Trainer, Crystal Meserole.
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WHO
Grow Your Own Vegetables’ CEO Denise Beins interviews
Grow Your Own Vegetables’ Garden Trainer Crystal Meserole,
who shares her tips and tricks for maximizing your return on your garden investment
WHAT
LIVE Q&A to answer YOUR crop planning and garden mapping questions
WHEN
Tomorrow—Thursday, Nov 7th at 1pm Pacific / 4pm Eastern
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If you can’t make the LIVE event, ask your questions anyway! We’ll send you a replay of the entire Q&A!
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To small changes that give you mighty results!
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Because why shouldn’t you get MORE from your garden efforts?
Have you asked your crop planning questions yet? There’s still time—don’t be shy!
Join us for the LIVE Interview and Q&A session with Grow Your Own Vegetables Garden Trainer, Crystal Meserole.
>>> Ask Your Crop Planning Questions
WHO
Grow Your Own Vegetables’ CEO Denise Beins interviews
Grow Your Own Vegetables’ Garden Trainer Crystal Meserole,
who shares her tips and tricks for maximizing your return on your garden investment
WHAT
LIVE Q&A to answer YOUR crop planning and garden mapping questions
WHEN
Tomorrow—Thursday, Nov 7th at 1pm Pacific / 4pm Eastern
WHERE
Virtually via Zoom
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If you can’t make the LIVE event, ask your questions anyway! We’ll send you a replay of the entire Q&A!
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| Gardeners tend to be healthier, happier, longer-lived, and more socially engaged than non-gardeners. Why is that? And what kind of gardening, and how much of it, produces the biggest health benefits? |
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Winter Sowing Seeds: What is it and how to do it
Winter Sowing Seeds: What is it and how to do it
Looking for a winter gardening activity to relieve some of the stress of your spring gardening schedule? Winter sowing is a technique that takes advantage of natural seasonal cycles. We plant seeds outdoors during winter and let them wait for spring. Better yet, it doesn't require much equipment...
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jimmi!! its easy, plant, water.cut.eat. so that will be 587 bucks fees thank you.
Keep the Stubble This No-Till November
Your field doesn’t care if you have a bit of stubble, so why worry if your field has some stubble, too? Join No-Till Nolan on his no-shave/no-till journey this November on the NRCS Facebook page as he learns more about the benefits of leaving the stubble.
heres a tip from an expert jimmi. water your grass seed with whisky, that way it comes up half cut!!
This week’s edition of Home Gardener’s Weekly is all about how small things can make a big impact in your garden and in your life. We’re excited to share valuable resources and tips that will empower you to grow your vegetables and your health.
Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll find in this week’s newsletter:
Improve your health– naturally! Get to the root cause of depression, anxiety, autoimmune disease & more. Hear from 27 experts in nutrition, gut health, and neuroscience.
Avoid the common mistakes many make when starting seeds indoors! This week’s video shows you the essential tips to grow strong, healthy seedlings and transplants
Delicious Microgreens Recipes: Let’s delve into some tantalizing delicious microgreens recipes by reading our blog!
Garden with confidence: Create a simple crop plan to guide you all season long— so that your garden season goes smoothly and you can maximize your garden space…bringing you more abundance!
… and much more!
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[ARTICLE] 21 Clever Ways to Extend the Growing Season
We asked our community members their favorite ways to extend the growing season. Here are their 21 best season-extending tips! The last one is our favorite! Click here to read all of the tips.
We asked our community members their favorite ways to extend the growing season. Here are their 21 best season-extending tips! The last one is our favorite! Click here to read all of the tips.
Our government paid a PR firm to track and vilify critics of GMO foods and pesticides:
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US Government Paid PR Firm to Track and Vilify Critics of GMOs and Pesticides - Organic Consumers
November 02, 2024 | Source: GM Watch | by Jonathan Matthews and Claire Robinson Covert PR operations involving the secret profiling of over 3,000 people and organisations considered “critics” of the pesticide industry recently made headlines around the world. The secret profiles, including...
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Hi Jimi,
Is plant communication a vital part of herbal medicine?
Our friend and expert herbalist Kami McBride says yes—and we agree!
Kami has over 30 years of experience showing how plants can help people with health challenges, relationships, transitions, and so many aspects of our lives.
After a week of high emotions for many of us in the U.S., taking a moment to sit in the garden can feel remarkably soothing. Have you ever wondered why?
Communicating directly with plants triggers many ways of healing. It goes beyond just “take this herb for that” and helps you access a deeper level of earth-directed wisdom.
>>> VIDEO: Plant Communication Inspiration and Stories <<<
If herbal studies sometimes feel overwhelming—trying to piece together books, remedies, and recipes—plant communication can also make learning feel more integrated and natural. And the best part? No special skills are required.
We all have an innate capacity to connect with plants and bring that wisdom to our work with herbs.
To share a few stories of how people have experienced one-on-one relationships with plants, Kami just released an inspiring video that you don’t want to miss!
>>> Click to watch these Plant Communication Inspiration and Stories.
Grow Your Own Vegetables Team
PS… In the video, Kami shares an amazing story about an English walnut tree. Pour yourself a cup of tea and get ready to be inspired…
>>> Watch the video here.
Is plant communication a vital part of herbal medicine?
Our friend and expert herbalist Kami McBride says yes—and we agree!
Kami has over 30 years of experience showing how plants can help people with health challenges, relationships, transitions, and so many aspects of our lives.
After a week of high emotions for many of us in the U.S., taking a moment to sit in the garden can feel remarkably soothing. Have you ever wondered why?
Communicating directly with plants triggers many ways of healing. It goes beyond just “take this herb for that” and helps you access a deeper level of earth-directed wisdom.
>>> VIDEO: Plant Communication Inspiration and Stories <<<
If herbal studies sometimes feel overwhelming—trying to piece together books, remedies, and recipes—plant communication can also make learning feel more integrated and natural. And the best part? No special skills are required.
We all have an innate capacity to connect with plants and bring that wisdom to our work with herbs.
To share a few stories of how people have experienced one-on-one relationships with plants, Kami just released an inspiring video that you don’t want to miss!
>>> Click to watch these Plant Communication Inspiration and Stories.
Grow Your Own Vegetables Team PS… In the video, Kami shares an amazing story about an English walnut tree. Pour yourself a cup of tea and get ready to be inspired…
>>> Watch the video here.
Hi Jimi,
What empty spaces do you have that could be a garden of luscious green?
Check out what a Grow Your Own Vegetables student from Philadelphia did with her empty closet space!
In this video, you’ll learn about Shannon’s closet garden setup and Stacey’s tips for increasing yields indoors:
Avoid mold, disease, and bugs with proper airflow
How to get the most out of your lighting
Fertilization for maximum health and harvest
Want to grow more food year-round no matter what your climate is or how much space you have?
>>> Watch this inspiring video and next steps to your Fantastical Winter Garden journey!
Let’s celebrate all gardens,
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team
What empty spaces do you have that could be a garden of luscious green?
Check out what a Grow Your Own Vegetables student from Philadelphia did with her empty closet space!
In this video, you’ll learn about Shannon’s closet garden setup and Stacey’s tips for increasing yields indoors:
Avoid mold, disease, and bugs with proper airflow How to get the most out of your lighting Fertilization for maximum health and harvestWant to grow more food year-round no matter what your climate is or how much space you have?
>>> Watch this inspiring video and next steps to your Fantastical Winter Garden journey!
Let’s celebrate all gardens,
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team
Thank you for signing up for the 5-Day Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure!
Winter gardening presents unique challenges that require a positive, flexible, and FUN mindset. And that’s what this adventure is all about! Below, you’ll find all the details you need to set off on the right foot.
Each day has a theme from some of our favorite movies. So it’s also a really fun way to get others in your house involved, too! (Don’t worry, we’ve picked out a few that we are fairly certain you’ve seen before.)
The adventure starts NOW! Set aside about 30 minutes to watch each day.
>>> Click to start watching the first day of the Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure NOW.
Get started now with today’s episode on Supercalifragilistic Seeds.
Tomorrow you will receive an email with details about Day 2: Wonderful Water, then the following day we’ll send you access details for Day 3: Magic Micro-Heroes…you get the idea
Here are the supplies you’ll need to participate in the activities:
Dried lentil seeds (NOT split seeds) A colander or a strainer Some post-it notes or paper with scotch tape A medium-sized bowl Drinking water A jar>>> Start watching today’s episode on Supercalifragilistic Seeds.
If you have any questions along the way, just reply to this email or reach out to [email protected]
We’re about to GROW on a real adventure together!
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team
Quick check in Jimi,
Did you watch the first day of your Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure yet? You still have time but we wanted to make sure you are all set to watch … hit ‘reply’ to this email to let us know.
Today’s theme is Supercalifragilistic Seeds!
This is one piece of wisdom Mary Poppins shares with the children as she pulls item after item out of her bag including a fully grown house plant!
Seeds pack a LOT of surprises in them as well. That’s the power of mother nature.
Do you know the 5 things that can kill your magic garden before it starts…
Overthinking
Planning too far in advance
Worrying people will think you’re weird
Thinking “I’ve never done this before”
Listening to normal people>>> Let’s dive in!
The adventure begins NOW!
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team P.S. After watching today’s episode on Supercalifragilistic Seeds - please share your takeaway from Day 1 here.
Reminder: download and print the Fantastical Winter Garden Notebook. Think of your notebook like your adventure map! Fill it in as you go through your adventure so you can return to your key takeaways, insights, and mindsets later.
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Thousands of gardeners have joined us on this adventure. Here are a few of their takeaways about Day 1 …
Getting Started with Seedlings
Ready to start growing your own veggies and herbs? Our blog will walk you through the essentials of getting started with seedling gardening. Learn how to choose the best seeds, prepare your soil, and give your seedlings the care they need to thrive. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this resource will help you create a healthy, flourishing garden that provides fresh produce right from your backyard. Get started today and grow your own fresh foods at home!
Read the Full Blog Here
Ready to start growing your own veggies and herbs? Our blog will walk you through the essentials of getting started with seedling gardening. Learn how to choose the best seeds, prepare your soil, and give your seedlings the care they need to thrive. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this resource will help you create a healthy, flourishing garden that provides fresh produce right from your backyard. Get started today and grow your own fresh foods at home!
Read the Full Blog Here
It’s time for our 3rd and most magical day yet!
Today’s theme is Magical Micro-Heroes!
Just because you can’t see something doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.
Like in Harry Potter when Hagrid tells Harry he is a wizard…Harry doesn’t see there is a whole world of magic going on right around him!
…Just like you might not see the Magical Micro-Heroes of your garden! The bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that we can’t see keep your plants strong and healthy every day.
In today’s session, you’ll learn about…
5 beneficial magical micro-heroes Microorganisms delivering nutrients to our plants Bacteria and its key role Nutrient cycling Rhizophagy: the escape hatches for microbes >>> Watch today’s adventure on Magical Micro-Heroes.
Here is what a few people had to say about Day 3:
“Mind blown on that fact about how many micro-heroes are in a handful of soil.” Sue G.
“I look forward to applying this to my indoor and outdoor plants” Lizzie D.
“Glad to know how sprouting works.” Terralee G.
Don’t forget to bring your magic wand to class!
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team PS – After watching Day 3: Magical Micro-Heroes - please share your takeaway here.
PPS – There have been a few questions about how your lentils should be stored between rinsing them. More about this in your Fantastical Winter Garden notebook…click here to download and print.
[ARTICLE] Organic Matter 101: A Guide to Your Most Important Gardening Tool
Organic matter is your #1 tool for growing healthier, more prolific plants! Learn why it's essential and how to manage it in your garden. Click here to learn the dirt on dirt.
[VIDEO] UPDATE: The Almond Project
Did you know Puerto Rico has an abundance of wild almond trees? It's bizarre that they import all the almonds they eat on the Island. However, they have thick husks and shells. Marjory found a machine to process the almonds, and she's been processing them and refining the process. But, there have been setbacks. Click here to watch the short video update.
Organic matter is your #1 tool for growing healthier, more prolific plants! Learn why it's essential and how to manage it in your garden. Click here to learn the dirt on dirt.
[VIDEO] UPDATE: The Almond Project
Did you know Puerto Rico has an abundance of wild almond trees? It's bizarre that they import all the almonds they eat on the Island. However, they have thick husks and shells. Marjory found a machine to process the almonds, and she's been processing them and refining the process. But, there have been setbacks. Click here to watch the short video update.
[FREE FROM OUR FRIENDS] Free Webinar: Your Personal Plant Communication Experience
What if your herbal learning could feel more relaxed and nourishing instead of overwhelming and like you never know enough? A vital piece missing from many herbal learning experiences is building a deep, connected relationship and direct communication with the plants. We're excited to share this free webinar from our Friend Kami McBride!
Join Kami in "Your Personal Plant Communication Experience" and explore…
What if your herbal learning could feel more relaxed and nourishing instead of overwhelming and like you never know enough? A vital piece missing from many herbal learning experiences is building a deep, connected relationship and direct communication with the plants. We're excited to share this free webinar from our Friend Kami McBride!
Join Kami in "Your Personal Plant Communication Experience" and explore…
- How to move through skepticism and doubt that plant communication is only for "certain people" and not for you
- How to know when it is really happening or if you are making something up in your head
- With a skyrocketing interest in herbal remedies, how plant communication is critical for engaging in a regenerative approach to herbalism so that we don't end up contributing to more ecological problems
- What happens when your herbal studies are steeped in relational, Earth-directed learning?
Day 5 is here and it is all about Loopty-Loos…
This 5-day adventure is ending soon, and you have just one thing left to do… repeat the cycle! Which is why our guide today is none other than Mufasa from the Lion King.
While overlooking the beautiful grasslands, he tells Simba about the circle of life:
Gardening is a magical cycle. Part of the cycle is starting anew…because every time you go through the cycle, you’ll see things you didn’t notice before and gain new insights.
Check out Day 5 for your next steps toward a thriving winter garden…
Take-aways from your fellow gardeners Learning cycles that build your garden year after year Growing your connection with nature How your Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure went A preview of our Winter Garden course>>> Click to watch Day 5: Loopty Loos
Thank you for joining us on this fantastical adventure!
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team PS – Are you looking for an episode you missed this week? They are all available now for you to go back and catch what you missed!
>>> Access the 5-Day Fantastical Winter Garden Adventure here
Why are people beating up Trump and his team, and RFK, Jr. with every weapon they can find?
Why are people beating up Trump and his team, and RFK, Jr. with every weapon they can find?
The psychological struggle people are facing, and Marty Makary on what RFK wants to do
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Does the United States desperately need to improve its life expectancy, healthcare costs, and reduce the poisons in our food and water? Look at the numbers
Does the United States desperately need to improve its life expectancy, healthcare costs, and reduce the poisons in our food and water? Look at the numbers
from 3 different sources it looks simply awful, and we don't have 2023 or 2024 numbers yet, so these graphs miss any effects on longevity from COVID vaccines for the past 2 years
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Peat Pots: The Good, Bad, And The Ugly
Peat Pots: The Good, Bad, And The Ugly
A biodegradable pot to start seedlings in that can be planted right into our gardens sounds like the perfect plan, and many gardeners use them reliably year after year. However, peat pots can be tricky and aren't the cure-all we hoped they would be. Not all biodegradable pots are peat pots...
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Jimi, does growing and enjoying fresh, delicious goodness all winter long sounds like a dream?
It can be your reality this winter when you join the Winter Gardening: Your Successful Winter Garden--Indoors & Outdoors Course!
>>> Learn more about the Winter Gardening Course here!
This course has a tremendous amount of valuable information to get you growing healthy food even during the cold months. Including…
Magical Mindset: How to nurture your garden, yourself, and your connection with nature
5 things that can kill your magic garden before it starts The magic of water and the importance of a positive mindset How the soil works for you AND your gardenOutdoor Garden and Outdoor Plants: Finding the right crops, utilizing microclimates, and planning your time for garden success
The 3 key temperatures you’ll need to know Container gardening essentials How to feed your gardenIndoor Setup and Indoor Plants: The best way to start seeds indoors, following a proven, step-by-step system
3 indoor garden strategies for growing healthy greens 5 ways to put the most nutrient-rich greens on your plate Growing sprouts, shoots, and salad greens for your whole familyAnd bonuses like…
3 keys to indoor seed starting Cheat sheets for beets, kale, lettuce, parsley, radishes, and spinach Vegetable and herb plants 101 And much more!
>>> Check out Winter Gardening here!
As a bonus, when you purchase the course, you’ll also get two FREE months of membership to Harvest Club.
Harvest Club is our thriving online garden community that helps you move through obstacles quickly, so you can reach your fresh food goals. You’ll get individualized garden support, access to an archive of resources we’ve released in the past, and the opportunity to connect and share with fellow growers!
Join us inside the course today! You’ll learn everything you need to know to get your winter garden started right now… plus baby plants for your summer garden too!
Lettuce do this together!
The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team P.S. Click here to start your successful winter garden now! You can even get your first greens in 7 days if you want. Doesn’t that sound lovely?
Since the 1990's when GMO foods were first offered to the public, we have at least been able to rest assured that no GMO wheat was approved.
Not any more.
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In case you don't gather from that title, a GMO wheat has been approved by the USDA (an unelected bureaucracy that needs to be dissolved).
Not any more.
Stop GMO Wheat! - Organic Consumers
Stop GMO Wheat! The recent approval of genetically modified (GMO) wheat in the United States raises significant concerns about public health and environmental safety. This GMO wheat, developed to tolerate glufosinate—a pesticide banned in the European Union since 2013 due to its toxicity—could...
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In case you don't gather from that title, a GMO wheat has been approved by the USDA (an unelected bureaucracy that needs to be dissolved).
I have not located the statement from Bimbo, but the above article mentions that in May of this year, Bimbo announced plans to completely eliminate GMO ingredients from its products. The company has a long history of excellent achievements in environmental practices.
I have always loved Bimbo products, and enjoyed them until my decision a year or two ago to eat strictly organic. Grupo Bimbo started out as Bimbo Bakery in Mexico City in the 1940's, then spread all over Mexico, then all over the world.
I love their little vanilla mantecada cakes, their cream filled sweet toast "rebanadas", the cuernitos (croissants in packages of two), many other things they make.
I have always loved Bimbo products, and enjoyed them until my decision a year or two ago to eat strictly organic. Grupo Bimbo started out as Bimbo Bakery in Mexico City in the 1940's, then spread all over Mexico, then all over the world.
I love their little vanilla mantecada cakes, their cream filled sweet toast "rebanadas", the cuernitos (croissants in packages of two), many other things they make.
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[VIDEO] The First Thing To Do: It Seems Destructive
It may seem destructive, but you can accelerate soil building and abundance by years or decades by doing this one thing to your land.
Click here to watch this short 2-minute video.
It may seem destructive, but you can accelerate soil building and abundance by years or decades by doing this one thing to your land.
Click here to watch this short 2-minute video.
Hi, Jimi!
Working within a small space, but wishing you could grow fresh, flavorful greens year-round?
Microgreens—tiny, easy-to-grow greens—are perfect for small spaces and can transform your indoors into a vibrant oasis.
If you’re in an apartment, condo, or simply short on space, microgreens make it possible to enjoy home-grown greens– wherever you call home!
Join us for this brand new event! During The Magic of Microgreens 3-Day online event you’ll learn how easy it can be to grow your own food in your own microgreens at home!
>>> Be the first to Reserve Your Spot for The Magic of Microgreens Online Event
During this 3-day virtual event you’ll:
>>> Claim your spot for the FREE online The Magic of Microgreens 3-Day Event
Working within a small space, but wishing you could grow fresh, flavorful greens year-round?
Microgreens—tiny, easy-to-grow greens—are perfect for small spaces and can transform your indoors into a vibrant oasis.
If you’re in an apartment, condo, or simply short on space, microgreens make it possible to enjoy home-grown greens– wherever you call home!
Join us for this brand new event! During The Magic of Microgreens 3-Day online event you’ll learn how easy it can be to grow your own food in your own microgreens at home!
>>> Be the first to Reserve Your Spot for The Magic of Microgreens Online Event
During this 3-day virtual event you’ll:
- Master the art of growing a wealth of fresh microgreens at home and give your health and vitality a boost!
- Unlock the secrets to the remarkable nutritional value of microgreens and explore their various gourmet uses in your cuisine.
- Dive deep into the key aspects of microgreen gardening with sessions on planting, optimal environment creation, and care techniques to ensure your success and confidence from the get-go.
- Join daily live Q&A sessions with expert commercial microgreen grower Crystal Meserole so you can tailor your microgreen cultivation to your unique set up and gain tips and tricks for consistent success!
>>> Claim your spot for the FREE online The Magic of Microgreens 3-Day Event
Holiday Herbs: The Winter Herb Garden
Holiday Herbs: The Winter Herb Garden
Perhaps no herbs closer match many holiday meal traditions than rosemary, sage, and thyme. I call them the “chicken herbs” because they mesh well with poultry, whether chicken, turkey, or other fowl.
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Hey Jimi,
Our next garden chat is happening TONIGHT. Tune in to hear Alyson Wade speak about post Helene Hurricane recover and the local food system.
"We have been working closely with farmers and local food system organizers since Hurricane Helene struck and have a good pulse on their experiences and the function of the local food system just after the disaster." Shared Alyson.
She will share insights about local food system preparations for disasters so other areas can be thinking and preparing ahead of time. Plus speak about working on soil remediation for flooded and contaminated soils.
Here are the details:
WHEN: Tonight Tuesday, Nov 26 at 3pm Pacific, 4pm AZ/Mountain, 6pm Eastern
Click HERE to sign up!
We are looking forward to sharing the next class with you!
Our next garden chat is happening TONIGHT. Tune in to hear Alyson Wade speak about post Helene Hurricane recover and the local food system.
"We have been working closely with farmers and local food system organizers since Hurricane Helene struck and have a good pulse on their experiences and the function of the local food system just after the disaster." Shared Alyson.
She will share insights about local food system preparations for disasters so other areas can be thinking and preparing ahead of time. Plus speak about working on soil remediation for flooded and contaminated soils.
Here are the details:
WHEN: Tonight Tuesday, Nov 26 at 3pm Pacific, 4pm AZ/Mountain, 6pm Eastern
Click HERE to sign up!
We are looking forward to sharing the next class with you!
How can farmers thrive in extreme climates while focusing on storage crops and winter sales?
In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Sam Knapp who is the co-owner and primary farmer at Offbeet Farm in Fairbanks, Alaska. With a master’s degree in plant ecology and years of experience on vegetable farms, Sam built his farm from the ground up to focus entirely on storage crops and winter sales through a winter CSA and local markets.
Tune in to hear how Sam navigates permafrost and water access as well as the unique challenges and rewards of farming in a cold climate.
In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Sam Knapp who is the co-owner and primary farmer at Offbeet Farm in Fairbanks, Alaska. With a master’s degree in plant ecology and years of experience on vegetable farms, Sam built his farm from the ground up to focus entirely on storage crops and winter sales through a winter CSA and local markets.
Tune in to hear how Sam navigates permafrost and water access as well as the unique challenges and rewards of farming in a cold climate.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- From Physics to Farming: What led Sam to leave engineering for agriculture?
- Alaskan Soil Challenges: What has Sam learned about permafrost and soil conditions?
- Storage Solutions: How does Offbeet Farm design its facilities to optimize crop preservation?
- Carrot Longevity: What allows carrots to remain fresh for so long in storage?
- Writing Beyond the Root Cellar: What inspired Sam to write his book, and what’s inside?