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Giveaway: Farmers’ Almanac 2026
When I wrote an article for the 2026 Farmers' Almanac, they sent me an extra copy. Now I want to give that copy away to one of you fabulous gardenerds!
Tomato Tour 2025 shows the best varieties we grew this year.
YouTube: Tomato Tour 2025 – Varieties That Worked
In our latest YouTube video, we take you on a tour of what tomatoes grew well at Gardenerd HQ in 2025. Add these to your list for next year.
Our Must Stop recommendation when passing through the Mono / June Lakes area in California.
Field Trip: Latte Da Coffee Cafe
Last month we came upon the Latte Da Coffee Cafe on the way home from a backpacking trip near Mono Lake, CA. It was so cute we had to share this gem of a discovery with you.
YouTube: Kick Your Compost into High Gear Part 2 – Turning the Pile
This week we pick up from last week's video on hot composting with turning the pile after peak temperature. Christy shows you how.
If you missed Part 1 of our Hot Composting video, check it out here. We're waiting for temps to drop before turning it.
Wordless Wednesday: The Garden is HOT!
The garden is HOT! It may be dry and plants may wane, but here's some inspiration to keep you cool as you grow this season.
YouTube: Kick Your Compost into High Gear – Hot Composting
Our latest video shares the process of hot composting, or Active Batch Thermal Composting. It's a more involved but it's worth the results.
Stowell's evergreen sweet corn is nearly ready to pick.
Freezing Fresh Corn
We were leaving for vacation and all the fresh corn ripened at the same time. What to do?! Learn how freezing fresh corn is the way to go.
YouTube: Catch Tomato Hornworms in the Act
Our latest YouTube video makes it easy to catch tomato hornworms in the act. This one trick will help you find and eliminate them.
YouTube: Grow Poppy Seeds for Baked Goods and Cooking
Grow poppy seeds for muffins or everything bagels! Our latest video shows how, & clarifies which varieties are safe to grow and eat
Stowell's evergreen sweet corn is ready for harvest. They may be small but they are sweet!
Wordless Wednesday: Before I Leave
Before I leave on vacation for a week, I feel a bittersweet connection with my garden. I know all the tomatoes will ripen while I'm gone...