February may still feel like winter is lingering, but this is one of the most important months in the garden. Beneath the soil, nature is quietly preparing for spring, and a little effort now sets the stage for healthier plants, stronger roots, and a more joyful growing season ahead. Let’s walk through how to prepareContinue reading “February Garden Newsletter: Preparing Your Garden for a Fresh Spring Start”
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Coming in February: A Monthly Gardening Newsletter 🌿
Hello garden friend, I’m excited to share a little something new that’s blooming here on the blog 🌼 Starting this February, you’ll begin seeing a monthly gardening newsletter right here on The Dirty Hoe. Each month, I’ll be gathering seasonal tips, favorite posts, helpful reminders, and fresh inspiration all in one easy-to-find place. If you’reContinue reading “Coming in February: A Monthly Gardening Newsletter 🌿”
How to Read a Gardening Zone Map (and Use It to Grow Colorful Flowers & Tasty Herbs)
Starting your first garden can feel a little like learning a new language. Seed packets have numbers, plant tags mention “zones,” and suddenly everyone’s talking about maps. The good news? Once you understand the gardening or planting zone map, everything else gets so much easier—and your plants will thank you for it. Let’s break itContinue reading “How to Read a Gardening Zone Map (and Use It to Grow Colorful Flowers & Tasty Herbs)”
Garden books to help a beginner plan and grow a successful spring garden
Here are 4 highly-recommended garden books to help a beginner plan and grow a successful spring garden—great for everything from soil prep and seed starting to planting schedules and plant care: 🌱 1. The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible by Edward C. Smith A go-to classic for new gardeners, this book breaks down soil preparation, raised bedContinue reading “Garden books to help a beginner plan and grow a successful spring garden”
Winter Sowing with Ziplock Bags: A Simple January Seed-Starting Method
f you’re itching to garden in January but your beds are frozen solid, winter sowing is your new best friend. Using clear ziplock bags, you can start hardy flower seeds outdoors—even in the cold—without grow lights, heat mats, or complicated setups. This method mimics nature: seeds experience cold, moisture, and light, then sprout when theContinue reading “Winter Sowing with Ziplock Bags: A Simple January Seed-Starting Method”
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