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Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener In Michigan's capital of Lansing, Morgan D loved gardening from an early age. Gardening grew in its importance to them over the years as…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener In the United States, 2.3 million Americans live in what is known as a food desert. This means that 2.3 million Americans live more…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener It's been so exciting to hear from people all over the world who have recently discovered MIgardener in their search for top-notch gardening advice!…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Gardening is contagious. Some people are born into it, but (now more than ever in the MIgardener community), most people have a love of…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener We all have at least one friend who gardens wherever/whenever possible, even in the dead of winter. The one who can’t seem to stop…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener As I look out of the front window of the MIgardener store and peek over the top of my computer screen, I am met…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener As an avid gastronome, the fact that there are over 15,000 different varieties of tomatoes in the world is thrilling to me. I know…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Hello MIgardener family! After a busy season at the storefront and the first official day of fall behind us, it's time for me to…
There is a lot of concern about where our food comes from. Now, people want to know where their seeds come from. How can we feel confident in our own…
Written by - Luke from MIgardener A weed is only classified as an unwanted plant. The weed killer industry has made a fortune by making these plants out to be…
Written by: Luke from MIgardener This is a question I get a lot on the MIgardener YouTube page. I get asked, "Why are my plants in my patio (or rooftop) garden not attracting any…
Written by - Luke from MIgardener The diversity of a garden has scientifically been proven to be the best control method for garden pests. It seems like a strange concept…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener A whole world of gardening inspiration can be found today, but few can match the wild grace of the french kitchen garden (potager). This…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Cold season is upon us; you might already be fighting one as you read this! If that's the case for you: look no further.…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener It's winter, and in the midwest that means one thing: d.i.y. season. If you live in a wintery northern region, it can be difficult…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Garden themed weddings are a thing! Who knew? From bouquets to centerpieces, people are translating their love for gardening into inspirations for their big…
Mrs. MIgardener here! We are excited to share with you a series of blogs to help you design the garden of your dreams. I look forward to sharing our growing…
Apple Pie Inside Apple This recipe is not only optional gluten free, but it is vegan, vegetarian, low fat, low sugar, and personal! This thanksgiving wow your guests,…
DIY Fruit & Veg Wash We can't always grow everything we would like to grow, sometimes it is not in season, other times it is not possible to be grown…
DIY GARDEN STAMP The garden stamp is a great tool for ensuring even spacing between plants when direct seeding, and it also ensures proper seed depth. I set out to devise…
I don’t know about you, but we are getting antsy here in Michigan, waiting to get our hands in the thawed soil outside! We have a fresh blanket of snow,…
Last week’s blog played the perfect foundation for us to discuss the importance of pest prevention. Pest prevention methods implemented early in the season will decrease pest pressure in the…
As we learned in previous blog posts, permaculture is a way of life. For many people all across the globe, what started as a gardening technique has grown into a…
Hydroponic gardening continues to grow in popularity with the urban gardening movement. Not everyone has access to a community garden plot or a patio to grow a container garden. Hydroponics…
The story of permaculture is centuries long. The term was coined in 1978 to describe a philosophy of agriculture that saw the earth as an interrelated system. The idea of…
An inspiring amount of people took to the garden in 2020! Seed providers, garden centers, and hometown farmers markets all hit remarkable highs while everyone looked for a hobby to…
Written by -Kaitlynn from MIgardener Don't panic. We've all been through it. Your first winter as a house plant parent is the scariest point in a plant parent's journey. Especially…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener A handful of easy tricks can transform your container garden into a lush and beautiful oasis. For first time gardeners, container gardening on your…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Before the dawn of seed stores, growing a garden was a practice passed down generation to generation. Year after year, the seed is saved…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Happy September, everybody! In preparation for the cold season, today, we will take note of these six essential gardening jobs for your fall to-do…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Being a plant parent is no joke. No matter the plant type or variety, if you master these tips, you are guaranteed to have…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener The fall garden is often the forgotten treasure of the home gardener. Especially for beginners who might not be aware that a fall garden…
Written by – Kaitlynn from MIgardener Garlic planting season is fast approaching. No matter your region, homegrown garlic is much cheaper and far more nutritious. Grocery stores normally sell one…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener There's no doubt that potatoes are the most loved vegetable in the world. Rich in fiber and potassium, and cooked in a myriad of…
Written by – Kaitlynn from MIgardener Peppers are easy to grow, but until you’ve grown them successfully, you won't know how easy it can be because of the handful of…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener Peas are one of my favorite veggies to grow. They're easy to grow, delicious, and whimsically beautiful. There is a huge variety of choices…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener I always dream too big for what can be accomplished in a year. Sometimes in the imagination of a moment, I plan more projects…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener With the 4th of July just past us, I've been thinking a lot about all of the animals who are afraid of firework season.…
Written by – Kaitlynn from MIgardener My goal with this series is to make accessible material for parents who want to teach their kids about gardening from the ground up.…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener My goal with this series is to make accessible material for parents who want to teach their kids about gardening from the ground up.…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener My goal with this series is to make accessible material for parents who want to teach their kids about gardening from the ground up…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener In this interesting and slightly strange place where we find ourselves in history, let's not forget the quiet refuge that is present in the…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener We have always known that gardening is good for us! Over the years, scientists and therapists have found the most refreshing aspects of gardening…
Written by - Kaitlynn from MIgardener At different times of the gardening season, it's important to give your plants the nutrients they need to flourish. With soil testing, ph levels,…
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