Helen Johnson
As a retired biology teacher living in Asheville, I find joy in teaching kids about gardening through fun activities. My specialty is creating educational gardening programs for schools.
Are cloches effective for starting native plants?
I’m passionate about incorporating native plants into my garden and creating habitats for pollinators. I’ve been using cloches to help establish some ...
How can I teach kids about the benefits of cover crops in a fun way?
As a retired biology teacher, I love getting kids involved in gardening! 🌱 I'm looking to create an engaging activity that teaches them about cover cr...
How can I teach kids to use a hoe safely and effectively?
I'm really excited about incorporating more hands-on gardening activities with kids at my local school in Asheville! I've been using various tools for...
What’s the best hoe for kids to use in preparing garden beds?
I’m always looking for ways to encourage kids to engage with gardening, and I want to get them involved in preparing our garden beds! I’ve been consid...
What’s the best way to teach kids hoeing techniques?
As a retired biology teacher, I'm super passionate about teaching kids gardening. I’m currently looking for fun and engaging ways to introduce hoeing ...
How do I effectively use a hoe for creating pollinator pathways?
I'm currently working on a project to create pollinator pathways in my garden, and I want to make sure I'm using my hoe effectively for this! I’ve tri...
Can cloches help in pest control in my garden?
Lately, I’ve been dealing with some pesky garden pests in my Asheville garden, and I’m exploring different ways to protect my plants. I’ve used row co...
When should I remove my garden cloches in Asheville's climate?
I've been using garden cloches in my Asheville garden, and they're great for protecting my young plants from frost. However, I’m a bit puzzled about t...
What are the best materials for making homemade cloches?
I’ve always loved getting creative in the garden, and with the cooler temps here in Asheville, I’m thinking about making my own cloches. I’ve used pla...
How can I use garden cloches for my kids' gardening projects?
I'm really excited about getting my grandkids involved in gardening this year! I've been exploring fun activities we can do together, and I thought ga...
What hoe technique works best for managing native plants?
I’ve started focusing more on native plants in my garden, but I need some guidance on hoeing techniques that are particularly effective for managing t...