Sunflowers are not just beautiful, but they’re also a source of nutritious seeds you can enjoy or replant next season. Saving your own sunflower seeds is simple, cost-effective, and rewarding.In this blog post I will share everything you need to know to save your own...
As the growing season winds down and frost begins to settle in, it can be tempting to take a break and wait for spring. However, giving your garden a little attention before winter arrives can make a big difference in how healthy and productive it will be next...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.If you want your garden to have peak production you may want to swap out older, worn-out plants for new plants!Additionally, you may have space that opens after harvesting part of your crops.In both of these cases, succession planting is...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.I live in Utah, where summers are typically hot and dry with plenty of sunshine - and while occasional thunderstorms can occur, wind storms are not super common.However, a windstorm recently ripped through my area with gusts up to 55...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.When summer temperatures climb and the sun becomes relentless, even the healthiest garden can begin to struggle. When summer heat peaks, even heat-tolerant plants can struggle - especially in hot, dry climates like mine in Utah. The...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.One of the most important things I’ve noticed in gardening is that plants benefit from consistent feeding throughout the growing season.Just like people feel better on a steady, balanced diet, plants tend to grow stronger, produce more,...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by composting - tracking the right ratios, avoiding meat or dairy, or dealing with outdoor bins - I highly recommend the Reencle Indoor Composter.It is truly incredible how it can turn nearly all food...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Mulching your raised beds is one of the simplest, highest-impact things you can do for your garden. While it certainly enhances the garden’s appearance, the real benefits go far beyond aesthetics. For me, mulching is essential to...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Buying vegetable transplants from a nursery or garden center is a great way to jump-start your growing season. These young plants, often called “starts,” save you the time and effort of germinating seeds indoors or waiting for them to...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.One of the essential ways to maximize yields in your garden is to have a high pollination percentage on the plants you are already growing. It's common practice to plant flowers specifically to bring in the pollinators and promote...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.In my time gardening, I have found that potting-up my plants once before planting outside is ideal for maximum harvests. I'll touch on why exactly in this blog post!I especially love doing this with my tomato plants because tomatoes are...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.As an avid gardener, the number one question that I get is how I keep all the critters out. The truth is, I am very lucky to have very little animals coming into my garden. My biggest adversary is my neighbor’s cats that like to use my...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Protecting my garden from freezing temperatures is a constant battle during the spring. I live in a part of Utah (Zone 7A) that is a sub desert, and so even though the days often get warm, the nighttime temperatures can drop by over 20...
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. The true title of this blog post article is How I would start a Garden for less than $100--and Without Even Needing a Plot of Dirt. I'm going to tell you exactly how you can do it! If I only had $100 to start a garden, here's exactly...
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.
