One of the most confusing aspects of gardening is understanding just how growing zones and frost dates work – and how to use them to plant smart for your specific location and landscape. When it comes to growing zones, it is certainly understandable how and why they can be so puzzling. In some growing zones …
Growing your own delicious crop of tomatillos is an excellent way to add interest, color and a bit of fun to your garden. But even more, it can bring a large and flavorful harvest that will fill your kitchen with delicious salsa, soups and more! Tomatillo plants have become an increasingly popular plant in recent …
One of the best ways to re-energize and recharge your garden soil this spring is to plant a green manure crop. Not only is it easy to do, it can add amazing power and nutrients to your soil. All for a fraction of the cost of expensive fertilizers and soil amendments! Green manure crops are …
Did you know that you can plant and grow your own Edamame and enjoy the delicious and nutritious snack like never before – and even better, growing it will actually help leave the soil where it is planted to become even more fertile than it was before! Edamame is gaining in popularity with each passing …
When it comes to growing a huge crop of cucumbers, there are four simple secrets that can make all the difference between smashing success – or a disappointing harvest! Cucumbers are one of the most prized back yard garden crops for gardeners around the world. From fresh eating to making homemade pickles and more, the …
One of the best ways you can help protect the plants in your garden and flowerbeds is to attract bluebirds to your landscape. Why? Because they are wonderful at keeping the pests that bother your plants completely under control! Bluebirds are among the most beautiful to observe in nature. Male bluebirds have a cover of …
You might be amazed at just how many ways there are to use egg shells in your garden. And even more, how simple and easy it is to use them! Not only can they help to power your plants, egg shells can also aid in protecting them from pests and soil deficiencies too. All while …
Looking to start your own vegetable and flower seeds indoors this year? There is no better way to save money and produce amazing vegetables, flowers and herbs than by starting your own plants from seed! Like everything else these days, purchasing plants at your local nursery or garden center is getting more and more expensive …
Wondering if you can use the wood ashes from your fireplace, wood stove or fire pit to help power your vegetable garden? The topic of wood ashes and gardening is one that can be confusing for a lot of gardeners. And it certainly triggers a lot of great questions to our inbox. Are ashes good …
One of the best ways to help offset the ever rising price of groceries is to grow some or all of your own with a great backyard garden – and the best way to do that successfully is by starting to plan now! Whether you are a first time grower or a seasoned gardener, a …