Make the most of your tools and talents: articles, profiles, how-to guides, and more from the staff of Garrett Wade.
You may have seen Japanese gardening tools popping up more in stores and online. Sure, they’re gorgeous, but do they do a better job than your standard garden tools? That all depends on wh… Read More
Imagine if you could save the earth by starting a fire in your garden. Sounds crazy? Maybe, but maybe not. Biochar can sequester carbon into the soil, improve soil conditions by retaining wat… Read More
Pollinator gardens have been in the news these last few years. Most of the articles focus on monarch butterflies and planting milkweed to support them. But they can be so much more than this… Read More
With a little creativity, you can make the phrase “a place for everything and everything in its place” a truism in your workshop. Here are 10 easy-to-implement storage solutions t… Read More
5 Watering Tips To Keep Your Garden Hydrated All Season Are you struggling to keep your plants healthy and vibrant in the summer heat? The secret lies in how you water them.… Read More
A good quality axe can last your lifetime, and beyond, if it is properly cared for. One way to maintain your axe is by sharpening it yourself; it is a easy DIY project that anyone can learn. Th… Read More
The right saw can revolutionize your pruning. In the kitchen, it’s clear: There is a knife for every task. For coring strawberries, there’s the paring knife; there’s the c… Read More
How best to care for fruit trees, berries, and flowers in the warm months Many people associate pruning with winter and the dormant season, which is true for most trees and bushes, but summer is… Read More
Buying a house is the start of a special, ever-evolving relationship between homeowner and home—and, like all relationships, it takes a little work to keep that relationship fresh and f… Read More
A noteworthy woodworking trend of 2022 is an exploration of textures in wooden bowls. Bowl carving is a very broad and interesting branch of woodworking. My first attempt at bowl carving was… Read More
