Fruit & Vegetable Gardening

Monsteras, those tropical houseplants with the cool, natural leaf holes that have been flooding your Instagram feed for the past few years, have gone viral for more than just looking cool on your windowsill: They actually bear fruit. Influencers are dubbing Monstera deliciosa (which means “delicious monster”) the “fruit salad” plant, maintaining that the strange-looking, … Read more

The captivating amaryllis, with its bold, trumpet-shaped blooms and radiant hues, has long been a cherished addition to winter gardens. But when the spectacular flowers fade, what becomes of the bulb? Can it be saved, or is it destined for the compost pile? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll uncover the mysteries of the amaryllis bulb’s … Read more

After the harvest of gooseberries the work really starts. In order to be able to further process the fruits, they must be carefully cleaned. We explain how to do it right. Gooseberries are a tasty summer fruit that can be used in many dishes and desserts. However, fresh-picked gooseberries require some cleaning before they are … Read more

Peppers can be good choices for indoors growing in the right setting. But which are the best types of peppers to grow? In this guide we will talk you through some options, then give a guide to growing peppers indoors, including growing peppers hydroponically. Growing peppers indoors can increase yields and reduce problems with pests … Read more

Try onion companion planting to guarantee great results in growing an abundant and healthy crop of onions as well as benefitting other plants When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Once you get to grips with onion companion planting you’ll enjoy better results growing … Read more

This common question stumps a lot of new and seasoned growers. While many believe that topping pepper plants provides benefits to their production and their garden as a whole, others feel that this practice yields negative results for their plants, affecting their fruit production drastically. We break down the concept of topping pepper plants and … Read more

In fact, unless you’re under 25, the world into which you’re born doesn’t really exist anymore. You may have heard of the Beloit College Mindset list. It comes out every year and often makes the news. The list is designed to get college faculty (and others) into the headspace of the entry class of mostly … Read more

Welcome to the definitive types of squash & pumpkins list! There are so many varieties of squash and pumpkins, from small green squash (like Kabocha and Buttercup) to large blue pumpkins (hello Hubbard) – and everything in between. This guide to all of the different types of squash helps you identify them, learn all about … Read more

A spectacular cut flower, the zinnia has a special place in our cut flower garden. Not only is it easy to grow, it comes in a wide array of colors and varieties, making it a versatile flower for arrangements and bouquets. Let’s look at some tips for growing great zinnias for cut flowers. Zinnias are … Read more

Bold autumn tints and early plumes of flower make the cotinus, or smoke bush, an indispensable shrub in the garden. Shrub expert Andy McIndoe advises on how to grow them. Photographs by Richard Bloom Cotinus are large, hardy, deciduous flowering shrubs with attractive, rounded green, purple or gold leaves and feathery flower plumes in summer. … Read more