Food forests are an incredibly abundant way to grow food for your family and community. But shifting from a sunny garden to a food forest with trees can be a challenge. Luckily, there are a number of food plants that can grow well in the shade. Here are 5 shade-tolerant perennial food plants for your […]
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Most of us think of a farm or garden as the exact opposite of a forest. So why should you plant a food forest? It turns out when you mimic the structure of a forest to create a food forest, you can actually get more food from the same area. But that’s just one reason […]
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“Cherries here are just for the birds.” Or at least that’s what you hear when you talk about growing cherries in western Washington. But is that really true? It turns out that the problem of birds eating your cherries or other produce is actually a symptom of a larger problem—one that is created when you […]
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In many places, like where I live in western Washington, growing perennial vegetables can provide harvests all winter long without any special care. You just need to pick the right ones. Ready to get started? Here are 5 perennial vegetables for winter greens.
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Have you heard about those large bridges covered with trees and shrubs that go over freeways for wildlife to cross? These wildlife corridors are being created to let wildlife move safely from one area to the next. And while these corridors are important for letting large animals such as bears move freely, smaller versions of […]
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Do you have water on your property? If you don’t, you should think about creating a wildlife pond. A simple wildlife pond can give a huge boost to your property and provide many benefits. From supporting wildlife to keeping garden pests in balance and providing beauty, a wildlife pond can add a lot to your […]
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2020 was a hard year, but by building on the lessons learned, you can cultivate even more abundance in 2021. And by focusing on cultivating abundance for people, plants and wildlife, you can improve your overall resiliency to future shocks. Let’s dive into these lessons so we can start cultivating abundance in 2021.
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Climate chaos is upon us. Droughts are becoming more common. And when the rains come, they come in torrents. How do you prepare your garden for climate change? Luckily, there’s a lot you can do to make your plants more resilient to climate change. Let’s dive into these steps to build a climate-resilient garden. Continue […]
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Have you ever seen garter snakes around you garden? While they can give you a bit of a surprise, these snakes are actually a gardener’s best friend. From slugs to small rodents, garter snakes eat many of your common garden pests. And since they’re harmless to humans, these are great snakes to encourage on your […]
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Traditional roses can be hard to grow—but wild roses, like Nootka rose, are great alternatives. Nootka rose is a great Pacific Northwest (PNW) native rose that provides fantastic habitat for wildlife while also providing beauty and even edible uses for you. And it’s very easy to grow! Let’s dive into this fantastic PNW native rose. […]
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