Fruit & Vegetable Gardening

Blackberries produce juicy berries in the summer or fall. Although these hardy perennial plants are native to many parts of the world, blackberries have been mostly domesticated in North America and Europe. The blackberry cultivars sold in the nursery trade today are the result of extensive and ongoing blackberry breeding. While the fruit color of … Read more

Strawberry plants come in two ways, either bareroot crowns or already rooted in pots. This is a collection of our bare root strawberries that are great for larger plantings and come in bundles of 25 crowns each bag. Charlotte strawberries have become an extremely popular variety for home gardeners and small-scale growers looking to extend … Read more

Carrots. They’re among the top vegetables gardeners include in their garden plans, but many times gardeners grow dismayed when they bump into problems growing carrots. Carrot growing problems are completely normal, and thankfully most of them can be prevented. In this podcast episode and blog post below, you’ll learn how to prevent or address the … Read more

Peaches (Prunus persica) are one of my favorite fruits. That first bite of sweet liquid sunshine transports me to comforting childhood memories of summer vacations and picnics at the beach. I wait all year in anticipation of the first peach of the season, warm and juicy, freshly picked from my own tree. We link to … Read more

If you’ve got a smaller garden (or don’t have room for one!), food growing can seem daunting and inaccessible. However, there are plenty of foods that can grow in bags, like potatoes. If you’ve got a spot that gets a lot of sun (yes, even a patio or balcony will do), you can grow up … Read more

Opening up your garden to vibrant dahlia blooms only to discover yellow spots strewn across their leaves can leave you feeling deflated However, while disheartening, these yellow blotches often signal underlying issues that, if addressed, can revive your dahlias In this article, we’ll explore the various causes of yellow spots on dahlia leaves and provide … Read more

Pyracantha also known as firethorn, is a hardy and versatile evergreen shrub that can add color texture, and even edible berries to gardens. With its bright red or orange berries and showy white spring blooms, pyracantha is popular for use in hedges, screens, and as specimen plants. If you’re looking to add one of these … Read more

As a gardener with limited space, determining the right number of pepper plants to grow in each pot is key to maximizing your harvest. With some planning and knowledge of optimal spacing, you can enjoy a bountiful crop of peppers, even in containers. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the ideal pepper plant-to-pot ratio based … Read more

This soft black currant cake is easy to make and bursts with flavor. This rustic-looking cake is made with only 6 ingredients, and its perfect if you have some blackcurrants on hand. This black currant cake is so easy and quick to make, flavorful, and satisfying—all great things! But it is not that easy to … Read more

An herb is any plant used whole or in part as an ingredient for health, flavor, or fragrance. Herbs can be used to make teas; perk up cooked foods such as meats, vegetables, sauces, and soups; or to add flavor to vinegars, butters, dips, or mustards. Many herbs are grown for their fragrance and are … Read more