This week’s how-to garden article and corresponding podcast is all about the secrets to growing asparagus. When you plant and grow asparagus, you are creating a wondrous food source for years to come! Asparagus grows as a perennial, unlike traditional garden crops such as cucumbers, peppers or tomatoes. In fact, once established, asparagus provides an …
We can all admit that the last few years have been a bit . . . out of the ordinary to say the least! For gardeners, it might be in our best interest to prepare earlier than normal to start seeds indoors than we typically do. From a massive shortage of toilet paper to backlogs …
Your outdoor garden doesn’t have to be the only place where you can grow items to use in your kitchen! We’ve put together a list of our eight favorite herbs you can successfully grow indoors all year long! Do you like to spend as much time in the kitchen as you do in the garden? …
If the fall and winter months have you feeling a little down and bored because your vegetable growing season has come to an end, don’t fret! Using a cold frame might be just what you need! Cold frames are a great way to extend the length of your growing season when typical outdoor temperatures …
There might be no more important chore than taking time to clear out your garden in the fall. As the temperatures turn a bit cooler and your vegetable plants begin to slowly fade, sometimes the garden takes a back seat to other chores. But it might be surprising to find out that working in your …
Planting and growing ornamental cabbage and kale in your landscape is a great way to add beautiful colors during the fall months. While most plants are grown for beautiful flowers, the foliage is what really stands out for these two plants. Both feature multiple variants of green foliage with beautiful rosettes in the center. They …
Marigolds are known for their fiery hues of oranges, reds, and yellows, but that isn’t the only aspect that makes them a great annual to know how to grow! They have a high tolerance to heat and drought, are typically deer and rabbit resistant, and make great companion plants. In addition, they are incredibly easy …
Today’s podcast and corresponding article are all about growing great cucumbers, or more specifically, how to get the best harvest from your plants this year! But knowing how to grow cucumbers correctly can make a big difference between a great harvest or a poor one. Listen in below to our complete podcast on the secrets …
Looking for a few simple ways to stop mosquitoes in their tracks? As the days begin to warm up and the nights become shorter, you know it won’t be long before the dreaded buzzing sound appears in your ears. You see the first one flying near your head and then you see another. Before long, you …
One of the best ways you can help improve your soil is by adding compost! It’s considered to be “Black Gold” to gardeners, and you’ll soon find out why! Not only is it practically free to make, but it’s also easy! Follow these simple suggestions to learn how to compost like a pro! Learn All …