Tackling the final hard labor of the season! From hilling up Magic Molly potatoes and refereeing a comfrey vs. shallot turf war, to running permanent electrical power to the greenhouse—the backyard garden is officially upgraded.
Category: Greenhouse Zone 6b
This project follows my ongoing attempt to grow food in a well-made Costco greenhouse in USDA Zone 6b — where winters dip below zero, spring is unpredictable, and timing matters.
The structure is solid and thoughtfully designed, but what happens inside it is still an experiment. I’m learning by planting, adjusting, and paying attention to what survives the cold snaps and sudden heat.
Some crops thrive. Some struggle. Every season adds another layer of understanding about what works — and what doesn’t — in a four-season climate.
If you’re growing in Zone 6b — especially in a greenhouse that came in a surprisingly heavy box from Costco — you’re welcome here.
See how to protect blueberries from birds using election sign frames and disco balls, plus a full update on the garden layout, and another round of gutters on the greenhouse adds MAJOR liquid impact!
From blue Magic Molly potatoes to DIY deer-proofing with election signs, see how the yarden is evolving this spring. Plus, a “glow up” for the herb bags and the potato lane!
From fixing hydrophobic soil to building a Zone 6b Blueberry Row: lessons learned in water management and picking varieties for a season-long harvest.
I’m doing square foot gardening in my raised beds and starting seeds in the Costco Greenhouse at the Not So Seekrit Lair Get the full Wave 1 planting breakdown here!
A guide to renovating an overgrown herb garden. Learn how to transition to deer-resistant herbs like borage and lavender, use strategic mulching, and incorporate budget-friendly stone borders for a cleaner, more manageable landscape.
Adding rainwater harvesting to my Costco greenhouse seemed like an excellent idea because I want…
The Costco greenhouse is made by Yardistry, and while it’s a great structure, it doesn’t…
The “iceberg” hasn’t returned! My Zone 6b Costco greenhouse is officially holding its own against the Michigan cold. From self-opening vents to my 2026 seed starting inventory, here is how I’m winning the winter.
What happens when you put off your winter prep? My Zone 6b Costco greenhouse froze solid, turning my 55-gallon water barrel into an iceberg. Here’s my real-world guide to surviving a Southwest Michigan winter in Zone 6b.