Open your garden beds earlier this spring with winter-kill cover crops that protect soil, suppress weeds, add organic matter, and boost fertility. Learn which grains and legumes to plant, when to terminate them, and how to prepare the beds for healthy vegetables.
Boost your garden’s soil health, suppress weeds, and prepare for a stronger growing season by planting cover crops by hand. This simple guide walks you through choosing the right seeds, broadcasting them evenly, and helping them thrive through winter.
Continue readingTransform your garden between seasons with simple cover crops that build organic matter, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, prevent erosion, and improve soil structure. Discover the best options—from buckwheat and rye to crimson clover—and grow healthier vegetables in just one season.
Continue readingGrow sweet, tender peas with confidence using simple tips for cool-season planting, soil preparation, trellising, pest protection, and timely harvesting. Discover how to boost yields and enjoy fresh peas at their flavorful best.
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Discover the best companion plants for spring fava beans and learn how these hardworking legumes can boost soil health, suppress weeds, and help your garden thrive. With the right pairings, you’ll grow healthier plants, attract beneficial insects, and enjoy a more productive harvest.
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Want bigger harvests with less effort? Companion planting pairs crops that naturally support each other—like corn, beans, squash, and leafy greens—to help deter pests, boost soil health, and make the most of every inch of garden space.
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