Spring is a working season for us here at   Garden Gate Farms .  It’s when the garden starts moving again, but it’s also when small decisions matter more than people realize. A lot of issues I see later in the year usually trace back to what was done too early or done without checking first. Here’s how I approach this time of year on the farm. What to do now Check your soil before planting . If it still feels heavy or holds too much water, leave it for a few more days. Planting into wet soil...

There’s a part of the evening on the farm when everything settles without effort. The light softens, the air cools, and the scent of lavender stays close to the ground. That moment is what most people are looking for when they reach for lavender oil . This isn’t a routine you need to follow perfectly. It’s simply a few ways to use lavender oil so it naturally fits into your evenings. Why Some Lavender Oils Feel Different When we distill lavender on the farm, the scent doesn’t come out all...

At some point, the seedlings you started indoors will tell you they are ready for more space. Roots begin to circle, growth slows, and the soil dries out faster than it used to. That is the right time to move them into a larger container. I like to do this before the plant feels stressed. A gentle transition keeps growth steady and avoids setbacks that are hard to recover from later. Transplanting Into a Larger Container When transplanting, I handle the root ball carefully and avoid...