Summers in DC can be intense, and this year’s heat is no exception. But that doesn’t mean your garden has to suffer. Whether you're tending to a raised bed at Noyes Park or growing herbs at home, there are practical ways to protect your plants from extreme heat and keep your garden healthy.
Read on for six proven tips to help your flowers, vegetables, and pollinator plants stay cool, hydrated, and resilient during high summer temperatures.
Summers in DC can be intense, and this year’s heat is no exception. But that doesn’t mean your garden has to suffer. Whether you're tending to a raised bed at Noyes Park or growing herbs at home, there are practical ways to protect your plants from extreme heat and keep your garden healthy.
Read on for six proven tips to help your flowers, vegetables, and pollinator plants stay cool, hydrated, and resilient during high summer temperatures.
The climate of Washington DC sits in USDA plant hardiness zone 7a. This means that the area experiences mild to moderate winters with temperatures that can occasionally dip down, but typically do not experience the extreme freezes seen in more northern zones. Despite the cold, there are numerous vegetables that not only tolerate, but thrive in these conditions. This post explores five of the best vegetables to consider for a winter garden in Washington, DC.
Building a winter garden in the Washington DC area is an excellent way to extend your gardening season and enjoy fresh produce even during the colder months. This post provides a step-by-step guide and features your winter garden should have in order to create a bountiful harvest in the cold winter months.
Gardening enthusiasts understand the crucial role that pollinators play in ensuring a successful harvest. Without these helpful creatures, we wouldn't enjoy a rich variety of fruits and vegetables. From zucchinis and watermelons to peppers and eggplants, our dinner plates owe much to the diligent work of bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects. This post explores three methods gardeners, especially those with raised bed gardens in urban areas, can use to create an environment that not only attracts these vital pollinators but also supports their well-being.
Planning a raised bed garden requires an understanding of unique space needs for different crops, how roots function under the soil, the finite amount of nutrients available in soil, compatible and incompatible crops, and pollination. This post provides a deep dive into everything you need to know about planning and planting a raised bed garden!
