Crack open a carton of day-old chicks and you can feel the heat on your cheeks, hear that bright, hungry peeping, and catch the faint whiff of cardboard, fluff and disinfectant. I love that moment: new flock, new possibilities. But here’s the hard truth many farmers learn the expensive way: some day old chicks arrive … Read more
There’s something irresistibly magical about walking into a strawberry patch at dawn, the soft, green leaves shimmering with dew, the rich, sweet scent of fruit just turning rosy under the early sun, and the promise of juicy berries that burst like sunshine on your tongue. And yet, sometimes that magic comes with heartbreak. You lean … Read more
When you nail the feeding, strawberries pay you back in sun-sweet berries that perfume the whole garden. Miss it, and you’ll get big leafy plants with not much to show for it (we’ve all been there). The best fertilizer for strawberries isn’t a one-size bag, it’s a combo of two things: slightly acidic, well-prepped soil … Read more
Hanging baskets turn strawberry season into a porch-level snack, fruit stays clean, slug-free, and right where you can reach it. But strawberries in hanging baskets behave differently: day-neutral plants often pause flowering above ~80–85°F (27–29°C), containers dry fast, and you’ll get better, longer crops with a weekly high-potash (tomato-type) feed, all while keeping an eye … Read more
You know that moment when you pick the first jewel-red strawberry of the season, its sweet, sun-warmed perfume drifts through your garden, the little seeds slightly crunchy under your teeth, and suddenly you remember why you garden in the first place. That’s the magic I want to share with you today. As both a horticulturist … Read more
If you’ve ever plucked a sun-warm strawberry from a pot by the back door, you know the smell: green and sweet, a little grassy, and then that pop of sugar as you bite in. Container strawberries make that everyday-treat possible on a balcony, stoop, or small patio. In this guide I’ll show you exactly how … Read more
There’s nothing quite like stepping into the garden at first light in Georgia, when the earth still holds the whisper of dew, and the air tastes faintly of possibility. In that moment, standing over freshly turned soil, you can almost smell the promise of strawberry harvests to come. In this post, I’m going to walk … Read more
Homegrown strawberries are one of the quickest wins for beginners. Plant in full sun with good drainage, set the crown right at soil level, and you’re on your way to bowls of sweet fruit. Whether you choose a raised bed or a pot, give plants breathing room (about 12 to 18 inches apart) and keep … Read more
If you’ve ever tasted a strawberry so sweet it’s like nature’s dessert, chances are it grew in harmony, not isolation. Companion planting isn’t just a gardening trend; it’s a time-tested technique that brings real results. For instance, pairing strawberries with borage has been shown to boost fruit yield by 35% and total harvest weight by … Read more
If your lawn feels soft and spongy or water puddles on it after a drizzle, don’t fret; these signals mean your turf is calling for a serious refresh. Dethatching and aerating together act like a spa day for your grass: they breathe in new life, restore root strength, and reconnect grass blades to vital nutrients … Read more