Tag: garden
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The Ladybug Brigade Chronicles: Part II – Signs of Victory
When aphids attacked our hoop house plants, we called in the Ladybug Brigade as a natural solution. Plants showed significant improvement in just two weeks. Check out the improvement in the before and after pictures below. While our ladybug research had us feeling optimistic, we were pleasantly surprised by how well and how quickly the Read more
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How To Dig a Farm Pond and Keep the Garden Hydrated
One of the first things we did when we purchased the land for Heartstead Farms was prepare the ground for a garden. The next thing we had to do was figure out how to keep a garden hydrated in the hot, dry Texas summer. A stock pond seemed to be the logical solution. The center of Read more
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How We Grow Year-Round: Look Inside Our Hoop House
Step inside our high tunnel greenhouse and take a peek at where the magic happens year-round! From seedlings to red ripe tomatoes, this protected space allows us to extend the growing season, nurture tender crops, and survive the unpredictable Texas weather. In this photo gallery, we’re sharing our favorite initial hoop house images — inside Read more