When it comes to powering plants naturally, organic fertilizers are the perfect choice for boosting vegetable plants and flowers. But in the process, they also provide an incredible secondary benefit – they build better soil! Natural fertilizers, unlike synthetic counterparts, add humus, structure and important elements and minerals to the soil. All of which work …

When it comes to successfully planting asparagus, the methods are certainly a bit different than for planting traditional vegetable plants. For starters, although asparagus can be grown from seed, it is best planted from root stock called crowns. Planting asparagus crowns not only leads to a faster harvest, but are far easier to establish than …

When it comes to planting the garden, how and when you plant can have a huge impact on how your plant’s perform all season. If plants struggle early, it often leads to long-term health and productivity issues. Issues such as stunted growth, poor blooming habits, and increased susceptibility to pests and disease. And unfortunately, all …

Nothing adds color, interest and beauty to an outdoor structure like climbing perennials! They are the perfect way to provide a canopy of shade underneath pergolas and arbors. Or, to add a living hedge of foliage and flowers to fences, porches, lean-to’s and more. Climbing perennials can even be used to disguise poles, posts, and …

Looking to grow your first vegetable garden this year? Whether you are brand new to vegetable gardening or a seasoned veteran, there are a few tried and true tips that go a long way in keeping gardening both fun and productive. Contrary to popular belief, growing a productive vegetable garden doesn’t mean having to buy …

Growing vegetables and flowers together in your garden adds more than just color and beauty. It’s also a secret weapon in controlling pests and disease. And, even more, it can lead to a bigger and better harvest! Many annual flowers have long been known to have beneficial qualities for vegetable plants. For starters, some are …

Nothing can add a touch of beauty to a garden setting like a classic garden bench. Especially when it can easily be created with simple, inexpensive 2 x 4’s! A garden bench is the perfect addition to the landscape for so many reasons. By its very nature, it beckons all who walk among the plants …

One of the biggest secrets to growing big, healthy, and productive tomatoes is knowing how and when to fertilize your plants. Tomato plants are heavy feeders from the soil. And unfortunately, no matter how rich and fertile your soil might be, they can quickly deplete it’s nutrients. That is why fertilizing plays a vital role …

Make this the year you grow purple green beans in your garden to jazz up your garden and taste buds with a little flair. Purple green beans are definitely a conversation piece in the garden! Maturing in just a little over 50 days, plants quickly produce a delicious bush bean with a deep purple color. …

It’s not often you can grow a nutritious and tasty vegetable and a great household sponge all at the same time, but that is exactly what you can do when you grow Luffa gourds! The luffa plant is a member of the gourd family. The same family that includes squash, zucchini, melons and cucumbers as …