Compost, Mulch, and Microclimates: Sustainable Tools to Successfully Overwinter Your Garden Winter in the Pacific Northwest brings a mix of heavy rain, fluctuating temperatures, brisk winds, and sudden frosts—conditions that can stress even the more durable...
The excessive rainfall in Western Washington’s climate may cause drainage issues in your lawn – everything from soggy turf to water damage in your basement and around your home’s foundation. You can address these problems by installing a French drain to help divert...
A Fall Checklist for PNW Homeowners As the weather cools and the growing season slows, it’s time to prepare your property for winter. As a Pacific Northwest homeowner there are five things you should do before the season’s first freeze. From dethatching and aerating...
Unless you’re working in your garden, you are likely not thinking about soil health, but healthy soil is critical for a healthy planet and healthy population. About 95% of the food we eat is grown in soil. Topsoil plays a vital role in carbon sequestration, filtering...
The dog days of summer are the perfect time to plan ahead, not just for cooler temperatures but for future harvests! From soil prep and plant selection to crop rotation and cover crops, there’s plenty you can do now to benefit your PNW garden for fall and spring. And...
Companion planting is an important component of raised bed gardening. The practice of growing complementary plants in close proximity increases crop productivity and helps to: Manage pests Improve soil health Act as a natural mulch Increase biodiversity Intercropping...
