Gardening Tips

Mid-Summer Garden Checkup: 6 Common Pests Every New Mexico Gardener Should Know Summer is peak gardening season—but it's also peak pest season. Learn how to identify and manage six of...

June is one of the most rewarding months in the New Mexico garden. The days are long, the soil is warm, and plants establish quickly when given consistent moisture. While...

When you amend or fertilize your soil, you’re not just growing plants—you’re shaping the environment your pets, your kids, and your family interact with every day. And not all products...

November is the perfect time to plant tulip bulbs in New Mexico. Learn how to choose healthy bulbs, prepare your soil, and plant for a stunning spring display. With a...

By Wendy Blair, Expert Gardener, Instagram: @505garden There is never a shortage of garden chores in the Fall, but checking some items off your list now will help lighten the...

by Wendy Blair, Master Gardener, @505garden Planting garlic is one of the most rewarding crops I grow!  It's an easy gardening task that is relatively low maintenance, but the results...

 By Dawn Dewey Step into your garden on a late summer morning and you’ll feel it—life buzzing, chirping, crawling, and quietly working beneath your feet. Your garden is more than...

August is the perfect time to get started on your fall garden and enjoy healthy veggies harvested right in your own yard through the winter. Our high-desert climate is terrific...

Summer gardening in New Mexico's high desert comes with unique challenges, but a few simple strategies can make all the difference. Learn how to water effectively, protect your plants from...

by Dawn Dewey, owner of Soilutions When it comes to flowers, dahlias are a personal favorite of mine, and I grow several varieties each year. It's hard to beat their...

By Wendy Blair, Expert Gardener, Instagram: @505garden As spring unfolds in the high desert of New Mexico, gardeners face unique challenges and opportunities. We get quite a few bursts of...

This article explores the variety of seasonal tasks perfect for children of all ages. A list of health benefits is followed by gardening ideas to give to children.