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Sunflowers and tomatoes are two of the most popular plants for home gardeners to grow. Their bright, cheerful flowers and delicious fruits make them staples in vegetable gardens and flower beds across the country. So can you successfully plant sunflowers and tomatoes together? The short answer is yes, you absolutely can! In fact pairing these … Read more
Ideal for spring and fall gardens, cruciferous vegetables have unique growing needs. Heres everything you need to know about these cool weather veggies. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Have you ever heard the terms cruciferous vegetables, Brassica vegetables, and cole crops used … Read more
Okinawan Purple Sweet Potatoes are a lovely and delicious cultivar, featuring a creamy, beige skin encasing gorgeous purple-magenta flesh. Full of the antioxidant anthocyanin, they’re also high polyphenols, vitamin C, and soluble fiber. These sweet potatoes are easy for the backyard gardener to grow in the U.S. climate. Hello, Blue Zones fans from the new … Read more
Chillies are a popular pepper to grow in home gardens. Their spicy kick adds flavor and heat to many dishes. As a chili pepper matures on the plant, it undergoes some changes in color, flavor, and spice level. So when is the best time to harvest chillies for maximum taste and heat? Here’s a guide … Read more
Where Can You Find Catnip? A Guide to Locating This Fascinating Herb Have you ever wondered where you can find catnip growing in the wild or available for purchase? As an herb that contains nepetalactone, a compound that attracts cats, catnip is a unique and intriguing plant This article will explore the natural habitats, cultivation, … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Tomatoes are the most popular home garden vegetable to grow. With a veritable plethora of tomato varieties, from heirloom to cherry, and every size and color imaginable, its no wonder. A suitable tomato plant can be found … Read more
Do you know how to pinch pepper plants? I recently learned how to pinch off the flowers, buds, and first, tiny peppers in order to yield stronger, healthier plants and a greater harvest in the end. Pepper plants can benefit greatly from strategic pinching at certain times during their growth. Knowing when to pinch pepper … Read more
Discover some of the most popular types of winter and summer squash. Weve also included cooking suggestions, from roasted squash to comforting soups. Whether were roasting it, shaving it for salads, grilling it, or simmering it into a comforting soup, our love for squash knows no bounds! This tasty vegetable is filling and delicious in … Read more
Mushrooms are a delicious and nutritious addition to any diet. They pack a nutritional punch with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and cancer-fighting properties. The global mushroom market continues to expand rapidly as more people discover their unique taste and health benefits. Growing your own mushrooms is easier than you think with a proper fruiting environment. A … Read more
Are you ready to get obsessed with loquats a little peach colored fruit?! For fruits that are best hyper-local, the loquat and Houston native the dewberry are my favorites. Here’s why. Loquats, also called a Chinese plum, are remarkably common throughout Zone 9. They thrive from the warmth and amount of sun so they have … Read more