Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
How to Identify a Real Heirloom Tomato
Not every old tomato is an heirloom. Here's how to spot the real thing—and why seed-saving actually works for some varieties.
SUS Farms·13 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Talking to a Soil Test Like It's Your Doctor
A soil test result looks like hieroglyphics. Here's how to read it like a farmer, not panic like a gardener.
SUS Farms·12 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Cover Crops: The Underrated Hero
Most people never think about cover crops. They should. This is the secret to sustainable farming.
SUS Farms·10 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Mulch: Five Kinds, Ranked
Not all mulch is created equal. Some works, some doesn't. Here's what we've learned after spreading a lot of it.
SUS Farms·9 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
The Most Common Mistake First-Time Tomato Growers Make
Nearly every new tomato grower we meet makes the same three mistakes. Here's what they are and how to avoid them.
SUS Farms·12 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
How to Modify a Greenhouse Without Burning Your Tomatoes
Greenhouse modifications don't have to wait for next season. Here's how we adapt on the fly.
SUS Farms·13 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Sheep Health 101: What We Learned the Hard Way
We lost sheep to preventable diseases before learning the rules. Here's the shortcut.
SUS Farms·11 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Five Plants You Probably Shouldn't Bother With in Utah
Some plants are beautiful on Instagram but impossible in our climate. We've killed enough of them to know. Here's what to skip and what to try instead.
SUS Farms·10 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Utah Stone Fruit: Growing Apricots, Peaches, Plums, and Cherries
Stone fruits are synonymous with summer. But Utah's climate presents challenges. Here's what works: which varieties, when to plant, and how to deal with late spring freezes.
SUS Farms·11 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Greenhouse Build Week 1: Foundation and Frame
We broke ground on our first dedicated greenhouse. Here's what we learned in week one.
SUS Farms·12 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Greenhouse Build Week 2: Covering and Ventilation
Installing plastic and setting up climate control—the parts that actually make it a greenhouse.
SUS Farms·11 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Cold-Hardy Vegetables: Extend Your Season Before and After Frost
Most Utah gardeners think summer is the only growing season. But some of our best vegetables thrive in cool weather. Here's how to eat fresh greens in May and October.
SUS Farms·10 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Strawberries and Utah's Alkaline Soil: A Love Story
Utah soil is famously alkaline—great for some plants, nightmarish for others. Strawberries fall into the latter category. But with the right amendments, you can grow incredible berries.
SUS Farms·9 min
Grow Guides · Apr 28, 2026
Growing Tomatoes in Utah: Varieties That Actually Work
Utah's growing season is short, but that doesn't mean you can't grow excellent tomatoes. We've spent decades testing varieties that actually mature before frost. Here are our five go-to picks.
SUS Farms·12 min