YouTube: Build a Better Compost Pile
In our latest video, Christy shares the science behind one trick that helps you build a better compost pile. It proves that a little effort up front pays big dividends down the line.
Get Christy's books at 40% off on Black Friday-Cyber Monday.
Sale Extended: Christy’s Books 40% Off
You read that correctly: Sale extended on Christy's books through December 16th. If you (like us) have trouble wrapping your head around your holiday gift list until after the Thanksgiving…
Swiss chard is a must-grow. Find out why in this video.
YouTube: 4 Reasons to Grow Swiss Chard
Our latest YouTube video shares 4 reasons to grow Swiss chard. Not only is it beautiful in the garden, it provides two flavors in one plant.
Learn how to prune oregano for continued production
YouTube: How and When to Prune Oregano
Our latest video shares how and when to prune oregano. At the end of the season oregano can look pretty sad. Christy walks you through the process.
It's pomegranate season! We love putting arils on salads, roasted squash, and more.
Wordless Wednesday: Getting it Planted
Here at Gardenerd HQ we're getting it planted. Fall crops are in! Here's some inspiration to help you get it planted too.
Learn about how avocados are pollinated and get this great recipe
YouTube: Avocado Tree Pollination Explained (and Chocolate Mousse Recipe)
In our latest YouTube video, Christy explains avocado tree pollination while making a delicious, dairy-free chocolate avocado mousse.
Mittens spends quality time patrolling the back corner of the garden - a thoroughfare for rats.
Keeping Pets Safe from Traps in the Garden
How do we keep pets safe from traps in the garden? If you've read this blog or watched our videos you've met Mittens, our beloved mouser / squirrel chaser / chicken protector. She eats rats whole...she is a nose-to-tail carnivore.
YouTube: How to Install a Gopher Barrier
Our latest video shares our step by step process for how to install a gopher barrier. We added one to our existing raised bed recently and it is going to make all the difference.
Mittens stands guard in Gardenerd HQ's test garden.
Wordless Wednesday: New Life in Fall
In warm-winter climates, fall brings new life as much as spring does. It is a shedding of tired, old plants and a chance to grow new crops for another season.
Grow more root vegetables in your garden this cool season.
YouTube: Root Vegetable Planting Tips for Small Gardens
Our latest video shares root vegetable planting tips from seed in small gardens. Use the techniques Christy shares in this video to get more from your small space garden.