Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.This year, I grew napa cabbage for my wife, Kyrié, who loves making kimchi, a spicy, fermented Korean dish she grew up eating as a half-Japanese kid. I also grew up eating it thanks to my two Korean sisters. Now, making kimchi is...
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.Earwigs are one of those garden pests that can feel more unsettling than others—not just because they’re destructive, but because they look creepy too.With their fast movements, nighttime habits, and those ominous-looking pincers, it’s...
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.Deep watering is a simple yet powerful gardening technique that promotes strong, healthy root systems by thoroughly soaking the soil well below the surface.Rather than watering lightly every day, this method saturates the entire root...
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,...
From top to bottom (basil, lettuce, peppers). I planted all of them on April 7, and this photo was taken on May 10, just a month later. Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Living in a small space doesn’t mean you have to give up on your gardening dreams. In fact, there are...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Upside-down gardening might sound like a gimmick at first, but it’s actually a clever, practical solution for growing healthy, productive plants - especially if you're short on space or dealing with pets, pests, or limited garden...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.If you’ve ever planted a vegetable garden and ended up with lots of flowers but very little fruit, chances are you’ve run into a pollination problem.Most fruiting vegetables (including tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, squash, melons,...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.When my friend sent me the graphic below showing how to grow 100 pounds of potatoes in just 4 square feet, I was intrigued. With only ~250 square feet of backyard space behind my townhouse, I'm always on the lookout for space-efficient...
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.If you've ever thought about turning your kitchen scraps into garden gold, vermicomposting is a fun option. Not only is it a sustainable way to reduce waste, but it also produces one of the most nutrient-rich soil amendments available:...
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.Tomatoes are one of the most rewarding and popular crops to grow in a home garden. Their flavor, versatility in the kitchen, and wide variety make them a favorite for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike. They definitely are a personal...
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...
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.
