Harrowsmith’s Complete Guide to Growing an Organic Food Garden

Whether you’re born to garden or still developing your green thumb, follow these fresh ideas for cultivating your own vegetables, herbs, flowers and fruit

GROWING YOUR OWN FOOD allows you to have control over the quality and safety of the food you eat. When you grow your own fruits and vegetables, you know exactly what has been used to fertilize and treat the plants so you can avoid harmful pesticides and chemicals.

Growing your own food will save you money and best of all, it is a great way to get outside, get some exercise and enjoy the fresh air. It can also be a fun and rewarding hobby that does good for the world by helping reduce your carbon footprint by limiting the need for the transportation of produce.

How to Start an Organic Garden

An organic garden benefits the environment, improves soil, and produces healthier produce. Read full story here

A lush green outdoor vegetable garden on a bright sunny day.

The Importance of Planning Your Garden

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Succession Planting

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It’s All About the Soil

Healthy soil is the basis for every garden. Read full story here

The Harrowsmith Team

Harrowsmith is the farm-to-condo go-to for living sustainably and simply. Our mission is to offer a down-to-earth Canadian perspective on topics of gardening, home and design, travel and culture, food, health, wellness and the environment.

Posted on Monday, April 14th, 2025

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