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Every gardener knows the feeling: you buy the high-end compost, you add fertilizers and some of your plants still look like they’re struggling to survive. Success in gardening doesn't start with the plant; it starts with the soil chemistry. If you haven't tested your soil in the last three years, it is a great time to learn what’s missing so you only add what’s needed.

When we transplant young starts into the garden, we often focus on watering, but forget that these babies are hungry. If your kale, broccoli, or greens look pale yellow or just aren’t growing, they might be facing transplant shock or a nitrogen deficiency. Here is what I do to give me starts a jumpstartWhile slow-release organic granules are great for the long haul, new transplants benefit from a liquid fertilizer application (like fish emulsion) right after planting.Jen Tip: I use the fertilizer at half-strength for the first dose. It’s enough to wake them up without shocking their sensitive new roots! Heavy FeedersSome veggies are hungrier than others! These specific crops need regular feeding to produce the big leaves and stalks we love:The Brassica Family: Kale, Broccoli, Cauliflower, and Cabbage. (They need nitrogen to stay deep green and crunchy!)Leafy Greens: Swiss Chard, Spinach, and Romaine.The Big Guys: Artichokes and Rhubarb.Onions & Leeks: They need fuel to build those strong tops.Who to Skip Hold off on fertilizing these guys:Root Crops: Carrots/Beets– Too much nitrogen makes all greens and no veg. Woody Herbs: Rosemary/Lavender/Thyme – They actually prefer "lean" soil and taste better without the extra food.What's Next? Once I get the starts established, I typically move to a slow release fertilizer, mostly because it is easier for me to keep up with. I like Osmocote fertilizer and have always had good results in using it. Just read the label and you will be good to go. Happy Gardening, Jen from Foxglove 

Instead of buying expensive compost, sometimes your soil just needs some additional nutrients to get your plants going. And compost tea can be the solution. 

One of our very favorite crops to grow is strawberries. They are the only thing I grow that never goes to waste and a fresh from the garden strawberry is simply heaven on earth. Check out our guide to successfully growing beautiful, juicy berries in your own garden.

Michael walks through the easy steps to replace your Foxglove Bypass Pruner blades. The tool to do this is included in the box with your pruners, plus replacement blades are available in our shop.  

We wanted to have the most spray settings in the market so you'd never need to switch your nozzle no matter the job. 

There’s nothing quite like peony season. Those big, ruffled blooms steal the show in any garden. With a little care, they’ll come back bigger and better each year. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting to get your hands dirty, here are a few quick tips I've learned to help your peonies thrive:

I can't be the only one sitting online watching the Chelsea Flower Show. This is a must see for me each year for inspiration and I hope to visit sometime soon in real life. This year, the show had a fresh wave of inspiration with three trends that really stood out: 

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