I'd like to make a thread that is strictly for gardening ideas and information. Please post here any innovative, useful, or unique gardening solutions, along with tips, tricks, and techniques for growing the most successful garden. I realize this may have some overlap with the "when are you sowing your garden this year" thread, but I would like to create a one-stop-shop for gardening info, advice, and ideas.

For example, here is a neat idea that could really provide a huge benefit to us in Colorado with a short growing season:
http://www.treehugger.com/green-arch...ear-round.html


Here is a snapshot guide to garden insects:




A few great books:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/160...whomesteadi-20 (1/4 acre farm)
http://www.amazon.com/Guide-Canning-...KQEHD62QCYP9FH (Canning and curing guide)
http://www.amazon.com/DIY-Projects-S...KQEHD62QCYP9FH (25 DIY ways to be self-sufficient)
http://www.amazon.com/Backyard-Homes...d_bxgy_b_img_z (Basic all-around guide to using your yard effectively for gardening)
http://www.amazon.com/Projects-Build...KQEHD62QCYP9FH (40 DIY projects for self sufficiency)
http://www.amazon.com/Aquaponic-Gard...KQEHD62QCYP9FH (Aquaponic gardening guide)

Other Resources:
Here is a facebook page (if you're into that sort of thing) with lots of neat ideas and good info: https://www.facebook.com/homesteading

Conversation starters:
-What things grow well in Colorado? (especially at 6,000+ ft)
-What plants benefit other plants by keeping bugs away, cross pollination, etc.?
-What plants give a large yield without taking up much space?
-What plants are easy to process or store for long periods of time?
-What plants don't play well with others?
-Etc.