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,...
Soil Health + Composting
Back to the Garden ShedGuide to Vermicomposting — Plus My Wormlet Kit Review
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:...
The Ultimate Guide to Mulching Raised Bed Gardens
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...
How to Achieve Ideal Soil Texture for Perfect Aeration and Drainage
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.The biggest point of learning that I’ve had this gardening season is the absolute importance of aeration in the soil. I haven't had a lot of struggles with this in the past, but this year has been different. Creating soil with the right...
Root Development: Supporting Early Growth and Hardening Off
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.Roots might be out of sight, but they’re the most important part of a healthy plant.Understanding how roots develop during early growth can make all the difference when you're starting seeds or transplanting young plants. It’s not just...
Soil vs. Dirt: Understanding the Difference and How to Make Your Own Soil
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...
How to Start Seeds: Proper Depth, Moisture, and Soil for Success
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.I often hear from my family and friends that gardening can overwhelm them because of one of the very first steps: their seeds fail to germinate properly. As a result, they struggle to enjoy gardening as a whole and miss out on the...
How to Amend Your Soil for a Thriving Garden
Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.An obvious fact that’s often overlooked: The quality of your soil plays a major role in the size of your harvest.So how do you improve the quality of your soil? By amending it. Amending your soil means improving its quality by adding...
The 4 Reasons I Recommend the Reencle Indoor Composter
Hi everyone! Real Farmer Jeff here!I’m excited to walk you through the 4 main reasons why I love our Reencle Indoor Composter, and how it has helped us in our goal to harvest as many vegetables as possible from our small townhouse garden. Healthy soil is vital 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.