Dec 21
Winter may look like the quietest season in the garden, but it is one of the best times to protect what you already have, correct lingering problems, and prepare for a smoother start when spring arrives. The important word is prepare. Winter gardening is not about finding busywork simply because the flower beds are dormant. …
Dec 21
The vegetable garden does not necessarily have to shut down with the first frost. Kale can remain standing after many summer crops have collapsed, carrots can stay protected beneath a thick layer of mulch, spinach can survive surprisingly cold conditions, and leeks may wait patiently in the soil until you are ready to harvest them. …
