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The Best Vegetables to Grow in a Greenhouse (And what NOT to Plant in a Greenhouse)
Looking for the best vegetables to grow in a greenhouse? A greenhouse allows gardeners to extend the growing season, protect crops from unpredictable weather, and successfully grow heat-loving vegetables that may struggle outdoors—especially in cooler climates. From tomatoes and peppers to cucumbers and basil, choosing the right vegetables for greenhouse growing can dramatically improve yields and help ensure your crops reach maturity before frost.

Krista Green
Jan 184 min read


How Long do Seeds Last in Storage?
Are old seeds still good? Learn how to test germination, store seeds long term, and know when to replace them for a successful northern garden.

Krista Green
Jan 55 min read


Seed Stratification vs. Scarification: Techniques for Successful Planting
Learn about seed cold stratification vs seed scarification. Seed stratification refers to exposing seeds to a period of cold temperatures.

Krista Green
Feb 7, 20253 min read


How to Store Carrots Over Winter
If you have a cold room, carrots can be stored in slightly moistened sand or wood shavings. Without a cold room, it is necessary to store ca

Krista Green
Oct 16, 20243 min read


How to Prevent Potato Scab
A specific strain of bacteria is responsible for causing potato scab to form on potatoes. Prevent potato scab by lowering soil pH with sulf

Krista Green
Mar 15, 20242 min read


Hydroponic Grow Systems for Growing Vegetables
What gardener does not want to keep growing food all year round? Maybe you thought this was not possible in the zone 3 gardening...

Krista Green
Dec 15, 20236 min read


My Personal Garden Soil Analysis & Solutions
Suggestions for amending prairie vegetable garden soil with high pH, low nitrogen levels and high salinity.

Krista Green
Nov 21, 20236 min read


4 Signs it is Time to Repot Your Seedlings
As your plants or seedlings grow, it is important to recognize the signs of when to transplant the seedlings into bigger pots. Learn to...

Krista Green
Apr 25, 20235 min read


Growing a Three Sisters Garden
What is a 3 Sisters Garden? A "3 sisters" garden is composed of corn, pole beans, and squash. These three vegetables are grown together...

Krista Green
Apr 12, 20233 min read


A Guide to Vegetable Gardening For Beginners
Learn how to grow vegetables in a garden or container. Find out what seed varieties grow well, the best soil for growing veggies and when to

Krista Green
Mar 29, 20237 min read


Tips for Gardening in Alberta
Gardening in Alberta can be challenging. Here are some of the best vegetables to grow in Alberta along with herbs to grow in Alberta.

Krista Green
Mar 22, 20233 min read


My Favourite Products for Growing Indoors
Supplies I use for starting seeds and growing indoors including an indoor greenhouse, grow lights, a light timer and a mat.

Krista Green
Feb 2, 20234 min read


How to Store Vegetable Seeds so that they Last
Learn how to store vegetable seeds for long term at home. Storing seeds over the winter properly improves germination rates.

Krista Green
Nov 1, 20223 min read


How to Improve Your Garden Soil
Learn how to test and amend your
vegetable garden soil. Find amendment ideas for your alkaline or acidic soil.

Krista Green
Oct 25, 20225 min read


Natural Weed Killer
This natural weed killer recipe uses vinegar, Epsom salts and dish soap. See the results on my weeds sprayed with natural weed killer.

Krista Green
May 14, 20222 min read


What is the Best Soil for a Raised Vegetable Garden?
The best soil for vegetable garden in raised bed is a mix of 1/3 topsoil, 1/3 compost and 1/3 peat moss (or coconut fiber).

Krista Green
Apr 14, 20223 min read


Winter Sowing in Zones 3 & 4
Find out how to winter sow seeds in milk jugs or other containers. Included is a winter sowing seed list.

Krista Green
Mar 24, 20226 min read


No Dig Gardening - How to Make a No Dig Garden Bed
What is no dig gardening anyway? The no dig garden method involves creating a garden on top of the existing ground, without digging to...

Krista Green
Feb 1, 20224 min read


Growing Flowers In Your Vegetable Garden - Nasturtiums
Nasturtiums act as a ground cover keeping weeds at bay. Pollinators, hummingbirds and ladybugs all love this bright, beautiful flower.

Krista Green
Jan 29, 20223 min read


When to Start Seeds Indoors - With Free Printable Seeding Guide
Free printable guide with ideal dates for when to start seeds indoors in Alberta and other zone 3 garden climates.

Krista Green
Jan 3, 20226 min read
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