Garden Chill: Simple Steps to Combat Heat Stress in 5 Ways
Blistering temperatures above typical summer averages drive us indoors – into the comfort of our homes. But what about the plants in our gardens?
Bee House Essentials: 5 Tips for a Happy Garden Hive
When properly managed, bee houses are the perfect habitat for lone, hole-nesting native bees.
How to Grow Rosemary in Containers
With a bit of tenacity and tender care, you can grow rosemary plants in a container out on the patio. Here’s how.
Growing Basil from Seed
People have treasured the unique taste of basil leaves for thousands of years. Here is how you grow this popular culinary herb in your backyard.
How to Grow Sugar Snap Peas from Seed
Home-grown sugar snaps are much sweeter, more succulent, and far tastier than anything you can grab from a grocery shelf.
Here’s the Proper Way to Water Succulents
Because succulents have adapted to harsh, dry climates, they have unique watering requirements.
Growing Cauliflowers in Containers
The cauliflower is a wide, girthy plant, but its roots run surprisingly shallow. That makes the delicious cool-weather vegetable an excellent candidate for container gardening!
Crop Rotation 101: What it is and Why You Need to Know
Planting the same thing in the same place year after year drains nutrients from the soil. You can avoid this by changing what you plant on a particular plot or bed from year to year.
How to Grow Your Own Microgreens Indoors
Ever wonder what are those small, green, and leafy vegetables added to dishes as we eat our meal in restaurants? These small vegetables are what we call microgreens. Microgreens not only enhance the flavor and texture of our dishes, they are also nutritious and rich in antioxidants. Perfect to boost your immune system. You are […]
Gardening Terms Every Beginner Should Know
If you are new to gardening, you are likely to run into difficulty deciphering certain terminologies in gardening books and blogs. Here is a glossary of terms thay may come in handy.