How to Keep Your Garden Growing Through Fall and Winter with Your Olla System Learn how to read soil moisture and adjust your Thirsty Earth olla reservoir so your garden gets exactly the water it needs — no guessing, no waste. June 2026Admin Thirsty Earth Read more
How to Tell When Your Garden Needs Water (and How to Adjust Your Olla Reservoir) Learn how to read soil moisture and adjust your Thirsty Earth olla reservoir so your garden gets exactly the water it needs — no guessing, no waste. June 2026Admin Thirsty Earth
Why a Layer of Mulch Makes Such a Difference: Less Watering, Cooler Roots, Healthier Plants Adding mulch reduces evaporation, keeps roots cool, and improves soil. Learn how a 2–3 inch layer of bark mulch or straw makes a big difference for your garden. June 2026Admin Thirsty Earth
VIDEO: When to Start Seeds & Plant Your Garden (Avoid Late Frost!) | Zone Guide + Olla Irrigation Tips When should you plant your garden? When do you start seeds? Why does your neighbor plant weeks before you — even though you live in the same state? The answer... February 2026Admin Thirsty Earth
VIDEO: Grow Fresh Food All Winter With a Self-Watering Olla Garden Most people think gardening ends when winter arrives — but it doesn’t have to. With the right setup, you can grow radishes, lettuce, chard, and herbs all winter long, even... February 2026Admin Thirsty Earth
Why You Should Use an Olla for Vermicomposting In this article Scott Kent will discuss using an olla for vermicomposting, vermicomposting in general, and the importance of using worms while composting. February 2026Admin Thirsty Earth
