Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Here's the background to this project of building a potato box for maximum harvest:My friend sent me the graphic below of how to grow 100 pounds of potatoes in 4 square feet, and I knew I needed to try it out!Since my townhouse backyard...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Caring for little seedings sometimes feels like taking care of a baby because they can also be fragile and hard to read. Too much water can drown the seedling’s roots or cause disease, while too little can stunt their growth or cause...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Before I begin, keep in mind that this blog post is not sponsored! I have used this product for years and love it so much. The Garden Patch Grow Box is hands down my favorite garden product!If you find yourself struggling with...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.A common reason I see friends and family struggle with failed gardens is a lack of understanding of how much light their garden receives. Understanding this is simple, yet key for success.Not only will this help you know where to set up...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Getting your seeds to sprout successfully is one of the most crucial steps in gardening. And yet, many gardeners struggle with slow or inconsistent germination. It can be tricky!The good news is that there are a few simple techniques...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.I often hear from my family and friends that gardening can overwhelm them because of one of the very first steps: their seeds fail to germinate properly. As a result, they struggle to enjoy gardening as a whole and miss out on the...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Since I first started gardening, one of the biggest game changers that I've learned is that trellising your plants provides many benefits! One of my main goals with my small townhouse garden is to experiment with more trellising options...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.When I first started my garden, the first two raised beds that I used were Galvanized Steel Beds! I was mostly drawn in by the cool aesthetic, but I’ve grown to be a big fan for many reasons. For starters, galvanized steel raised beds...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Kyrié's mom (my mother-in-law) is a hard-working single mom who has always been supportive of my gardening hobby. This year, I wanted to give back to her by building her a couple raised beds (one wooden and one galvanized steel) for a...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.There's significant confusion surrounding the following three plant classifications: Heirloom Hybrid GMO Let’s dive into what sets heirloom, hybrid, and GMO plants apart and how it could affect your garden.Be sure to follow me on...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.As many of you know, I garden in my small townhouse backyard, aiming to maximize yields in limited space. Additionally, I'm mainly interested in growing plants that either: Are more expensive to buy at the store Or taste significantly...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.This year, I'm planting a variety of unique crops, each with its own purpose. Some are just for the fun of experimenting, while others are specifically for Kyrie to use in her Asian cooking.I’m also growing plants and vegetables that I...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here. I'm here with an important bit of knowledge you must know before not only planting your tomatoes, but before you purchase the seeds! If you're growing tomatoes this season, it is crucial to understand that there are two main types of...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here. One of my top gardening goals this year is to grow some new Asian fruits and vegetables for Kyrié to use in her recipes! I just got a package of 10 new heirloom seeds that are not commonly found where we live in Utah! I am excited to...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here. As many of you may know, tomatoes are my favorite garden vegetable (I know it's technically a fruit). In fact, I have grown more than 40 varieties of tomatoes in the last few years. If you’re looking for the best tomatoes to grow or eat...
Jeff has a deep passion for gardening. Each year, he cultivates hundreds of pounds of vegetables—along with the occasional fruit—turning his garden into a thriving and productive space. Combined with Kyrié’s cooking, together, they create exciting meals using Jeff’s harvest.
