by WellsBrothers | Apr 3, 2025 | Planting, Soils
POTTING SOIL, GARDEN SOIL AND TOPSOILWhen it comes to gardening, soil is key. But which soil is right for your project: potting soil, garden soil or topsoil? Here’s an overview that will help.Potting SoilPotting soil is for use in containers only. Interestingly, the...
by WellsBrothers | Mar 3, 2025 | Animal Care, Chickens, Wells Brothers
Chickens can greatly enhance any urban homestead, hobby farm, or budget-friendly household. To ensure they thrive and feel secure, it’s crucial to have a well-designed coop. By learning how to build a chicken coop, you can provide a safe and comfortable...
by WellsBrothers | Jan 16, 2025 | Animal Care, Planting
As we say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new, it’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on the past and set intentions for a successful future. For our farming community, New Year’s resolutions go beyond personal goals; they focus on promoting the health...
by WellsBrothers | Dec 31, 2024 | Bugs, Planting
Back in my carefree youth, I had a mosquito for a pet named Spike. One night after riding my bike through the fog of a mosquito truck, I checked on my pet and went to bed. I awoke the following morning to find that he chewed through the chain and got away. The one...
by WellsBrothers | Dec 31, 2024 | Planting
One of the most aggressive weeds in lawns, flower beds and gardens is nutsedge, aka nutgrass. Nutsedge has a distinctive three-angled stem that is tough and fibrous. It can persist in an environment for years until the conditions are right for growth. Nutsedge spreads...
