Blog

Knowing your climate zone will help you decide the best time to sow the vegetables, herbs and flowers you want to grow, and which varieties should perform well in your garden. Growing plants that are suited to your climate zone will usually give you the best results in your garden. Purposefully ripping up healthy young … Read more

Cannas, frequently called ‘Canna Lilies’, are tropical plants with brilliant green foliage that can only be described as profuse and plush. Though seekers of rich green shapely foliage would be enamoured of Cannas, so too would those who prize large flowers – which have curved and curling petals and are frequently found in vibrant shades … Read more

Growing plants from seeds can be an enjoyable and cost-effective way to add beautiful flowers, tasty vegetables, and fragrant herbs to your garden However, getting those tiny seeds to successfully sprout and grow into seedlings involves paying close attention to factors like consistent moisture, proper soil temperature, and adequate light exposure One common question for … Read more

Peas are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that are easy to grow in most climates Many gardeners enjoy growing peas not only for eating fresh off the vine but also to save seeds for future plantings Saving pea seeds from your home garden can provide you with an ongoing, inexpensive source of seeds perfectly adapted … Read more

Bare root roses are a popular choice for gardeners looking to add beautiful roses to their landscape. As the name suggests bare root roses are roses that are sold without any soil or planting medium around the roots. This allows the roses to be packaged and shipped easily while dormant. But what exactly are bare … Read more

Mulch can add a protective layer to any fall garden, flowerbeds, or shrubs, but is it best for your landscape? Understanding the pros and cons of fall mulching can help you better prepare all your plants for the changing season. Mulching is the process of adding a protective layer of material over the soil to … Read more

Growing a fig tree from a cutting is an easy, cost-effective way to propagate new fig trees Figs are one of the most straightforward fruits to root from cuttings, making them a great choice for beginner gardeners or anyone looking to expand their fig collection In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through the entire process … Read more

Fall is one of the best times to plant herbs While spring gets all the glory as prime planting season, autumn offers cooler temperatures that many herbs prefer over summer’s heat. Plus, fall-planted herbs will give you a head start on fresh flavor for cooking all winter long. If you live in an area with … Read more

Zucchini has more potassium than a banana! They are fairly recent to the US, being brought over from Italy in the 1920s. Zucchini is a warm-weather crop that thrives during the summer months. However, by starting zucchini indoors early in the season, you can get a head start on your harvest and enjoy fresh zucchini … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Lily of the valley is a spring-flowering bulb that produces dainty little bell-shaped flowers with a heady, sweet fragrance. Although lily of the valley is extremely easy to grow (and may even become aggressive), occasional division is … Read more