Gardening 101 – Calendula's Garden

A Year-Round Guide to Forest Garden Maintenance

Connie Brittenburg — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:18:53 +0000

Forest gardening is a sustainable approach that mimics the structure of a natural woodland. By planting in layers, from the canopy trees down to the roots underground, you create a resilient ecosystem that produces food while supporting local wildlife. For beginners, it sounds like a dream: maximum harvest for minimum effort. However, even a “wild”...

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Give Your Empty Garden Beds a Cozy Cover Crop Blanket

Connie Brittenburg — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:20:08 +0000

You’ve worked hard to grow a thriving garden, and now some of those beds are sitting empty. It’s tempting to just leave them bare until your next planting, right? But here’s a little secret many seasoned gardeners swear by: bare soil is a missed opportunity. Instead of leaving that dirt exposed to wind, rain, and...

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How to Strengthen Seedlings Using Chamomile Tea

Connie Brittenburg — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:45:24 +0000

Many of us reach for a warm mug of chamomile tea to wind down after a long day. The gentle, floral aroma is famous for calming our nerves and preparing us for a good night’s sleep. But have you ever considered sharing a pot with your garden? It turns out that your plants can benefit...

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Hydrogen Peroxide Garden Tips and Tricks for Lush, Healthy Plants

Connie Brittenburg — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:43:18 +0000

Have you ever looked at that little brown bottle of hydrogen peroxide in your medicine cabinet and wondered if it could do more than just clean a scraped knee? It turns out, this common household staple is actually a fantastic, eco-friendly tool for your garden. Hydrogen peroxide is simply water with an extra oxygen molecule...

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How To Deadhead Flowers For A Beautiful Garden

Connie Brittenburg — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:49:14 +0000

Walking into a yard bursting with continuous, vibrant color is every gardener’s dream. If you want a simple secret for keeping that floral fiesta alive and thriving all season long, you are in the right place. Today, we are talking about deadheading. The term might sound a bit harsh, but I promise it is one...

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