Gardening Basics Archives - https://michellesgardengrows.com/category/gardening-basics/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://michellesgardengrows.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cropped-ChatGPT-Image-Jan-8-2026-at-11_53_58-AM-1-32x32.png Gardening Basics Archives - https://michellesgardengrows.com/category/gardening-basics/ 32 32 How We Upgraded Our Wooden Raised Beds to Durable Birdies Raised Beds https://michellesgardengrows.com/how-we-upgraded-our-wooden-raised-beds-to-durable-birdies-raised-beds/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/how-we-upgraded-our-wooden-raised-beds-to-durable-birdies-raised-beds/#respond Tue, 25 Nov 2025 02:56:31 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=5183 Switching to Birdies Raised Metal Garden Beds Our untreated pine garden beds lasted about three and a half years before they started rotting. We didn’t want chemicals in the garden, so untreated wood seemed like the best choice—but over time, it just couldn’t hold up. When a sale came up on Epic Gardening Birdies beds, we...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/how-we-upgraded-our-wooden-raised-beds-to-durable-birdies-raised-beds/feed/ 0 Organic Garden Pest Guide https://michellesgardengrows.com/organic-garden-pest-guide/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/organic-garden-pest-guide/#respond Thu, 22 May 2025 20:57:30 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=4763 Dealing with garden pests can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve put so much time and love into growing your plants. But here’s the good news: with a little preparation and observation, you can protect your garden using natural and organic methods that work with nature, not against it. How to Identify and Control Common Garden...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/organic-garden-pest-guide/feed/ 0 A Garden Book Club Leaves Roots and Fruit https://michellesgardengrows.com/april-2025-garden-book-club-leaves-roots-and-fruit/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/april-2025-garden-book-club-leaves-roots-and-fruit/#respond Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:48:05 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=4613 Why Leaves, Roots, and Fruit is Perfect for the Garden Book Club Looking for an easier way to plan a thriving garden no matter where you grow? Leaves, Roots, and Fruit  simplifies garden design by grouping plants into three categories of leaves, roots, and fruit. Author Nicole Johnsey Burke, founder of Gardenary, shares a practical and intuitive...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/april-2025-garden-book-club-leaves-roots-and-fruit/feed/ 0 What I Learned Using the Vego Kitchen Composter: My Detailed Review https://michellesgardengrows.com/the-vego-kitchen-composter-your-new-favorite-kitchen-gadget-for-reducing-food-waste/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/the-vego-kitchen-composter-your-new-favorite-kitchen-gadget-for-reducing-food-waste/#respond Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:08:37 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=4007 I’m always looking for ways to be more sustainable. An outdoor composting bin has become a natural part of my routine, but sometimes it can be a hassle, especially int he the winter. So when Vego Garden reached out to ask me if I was interested in their Vego Kitchen Composter, I knew I had...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/the-vego-kitchen-composter-your-new-favorite-kitchen-gadget-for-reducing-food-waste/feed/ 0 How to Harvest Broccoli: 5 Easy Tips For Success https://michellesgardengrows.com/tips-to-harvest-your-first-broccoli-a-guide-for-beginners/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/tips-to-harvest-your-first-broccoli-a-guide-for-beginners/#respond Sun, 23 Jun 2024 21:23:37 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=3110 Harvesting your first broccoli is exciting for any beginner gardener. Everyone likes simple and easy so in this post I’ll share 5 simple and easy tips to help you successfully harvest your first crop of broccoli. 5 Tips To Harvest a Head of Broccoli Successfully Let’s dive right in. 1. Timing is Key Broccoli is...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/tips-to-harvest-your-first-broccoli-a-guide-for-beginners/feed/ 0 How to Navigate the Stages of Indoor Seed Starting https://michellesgardengrows.com/navigating-the-stages-of-indoor-seed-starting-for-gardening-success/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/navigating-the-stages-of-indoor-seed-starting-for-gardening-success/#respond Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:22:51 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=2777 Disclosure: I am an affiliate for Amazon and other online retailers. That means that if you use the links on my blog to make purchases, I may get a small percentage of the purchase prices. It never changes the price you pay. What Exactly Is Involved With Seed Starting? To have the best experience and...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/navigating-the-stages-of-indoor-seed-starting-for-gardening-success/feed/ 0 5 Benefits of Seed Starting https://michellesgardengrows.com/five-benefits-of-starting-your-own-seeds/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/five-benefits-of-starting-your-own-seeds/#respond Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:16:11 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=2723 Disclosure: I am an Amazon affiliate and if you make a purchase through my links I am compensated at no cost to you. Why Should You Start Seeds? Well there’s quite a few reasons. In this post I’m going to discuss why should learn to start your own seeds both indoors and outdoors. Some gardeners...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/five-benefits-of-starting-your-own-seeds/feed/ 0 7 Tips to Get You Started with Seed Starting Indoors https://michellesgardengrows.com/7-essential-tips-for-the-initial-stage-of-starting-seeds-indoors/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/7-essential-tips-for-the-initial-stage-of-starting-seeds-indoors/#respond Wed, 20 Mar 2024 17:38:50 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=2718 Starting seeds indoors is a rewarding way to get a jump on your garden, but it can feel overwhelming for beginners. With the right approach, you can grow strong, healthy seedlings stress-free. Here are seven essential tips to set you up for success on starting seeds indoors. For many beginner gardeners, the thought of starting...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/7-essential-tips-for-the-initial-stage-of-starting-seeds-indoors/feed/ 0 A Guide to Hardening Off Seedlings Before Transplanting into the Garden https://michellesgardengrows.com/essential-tips-for-transplanting-seedlings-ensure-success/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/essential-tips-for-transplanting-seedlings-ensure-success/#respond Tue, 12 Mar 2024 21:29:18 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=2701 What is Hardening Off Hardening off is the gradual process of taking your seedlings from the indoor environment under the grow lights to slowly exposing them to the outdoor environment before planting out in the garden. Here’s an example of me hardening off my seedlings here. Why Hardening Off Matters The importance of hardening off...

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]]> https://michellesgardengrows.com/essential-tips-for-transplanting-seedlings-ensure-success/feed/ 0 Seed Starting Indoors: 5 Essential Tips and Helpful Supplies to Set You Up for Success! https://michellesgardengrows.com/seed-starting-indoors-5-essential-tips-and-helpful-supplies-to-set-you-up-for-success/ https://michellesgardengrows.com/seed-starting-indoors-5-essential-tips-and-helpful-supplies-to-set-you-up-for-success/#respond Tue, 12 Mar 2024 20:59:41 +0000 https://michellesgardengrows.com/?p=2688 I started indoor seed starting my second year of gardening and oh my goodness, I was a bit overwhelmed at first. I’m thankful for a few friends who encouraged me along the way, and I’d like to do the same for you by sharing five things you’ll need to consider beforehand and essentials to get...

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