Posts by Sarah Collie

Seed-saving: It’s an art, a science, and an act of rebellion in a world where four corporations control most of the world’s seedstock. The worldwide pepper seed mixup of 2023 (affectionately...

Wouldn’t it be great if your garden tended itself? If only there was a way to halt weed growth momentarily and press pause on the harvest just long enough that you could get out of town for a...

Now, I’m no parent—but getting children involved in the garden seems like a win-win to me. You get a little extra help pulling weeds and your kid gets to experience nature, connect with their...

You probably have a garden because you like to eat homegrown produce, right? If that’s not your goal I don’t know what is, because gardening is a lot of work. But the reward of a bountiful...

Do you have a friend who has beautiful, lush houseplants? Or do you know a zealous gardener who planted too many tomatoes this year? If they’re a good enough friend, they might let you take a...

Losing someone we love is never easy, but creating a memory garden can be a beautiful way to honor their memory and help with the grieving process. A memory or memorial garden is a space...