Category: Gardening Products

Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here. Whether you’re a beginner gardener or a seasoned grower, understanding the foundation of plant health—soil—is crucial. Many people use the terms soil and dirt interchangeably, but in gardening and agriculture, they are very different things. Let’s break it down and then explore how to create your own nutrient-rich soil… Read more

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 rare in that if you plant the stem,… Read more

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 degrees Fahrenheit.  Because of this,… Read more

Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here. This last weekend I put together my new elevated garden bed from Vego. I thought it may be helpful to share my experience and list some tips that I learned along the way.  First off, here are some of its key features listed on its website: Alright, let’s get… Read more

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 overwatering or underwatering your plants, this… Read more

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 that can dramatically improve your seeds’ germination rates. To… Read more

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 what… Read more

Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here. My goal for this blog article is to save you money by explaining need-to-have’s vs. nice-to-have’s for gardening products so that you are prepared to create your own successful, luscious garden this year. Let’s do this! These are all products that I have purchased previously (unless noted) and that… Read more