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Olive trees in pots are a popular choice for home and business owners alike. An eye-catching centrepiece in any garden, they certainly stand out – and compared to many other plants, they can be relatively low-maintenance. However, because olive trees tend to grow quite rapidly, they do need repotting from time to time. If you’ve … Read more
Butternut squash is a popular winter squash grown by home gardeners for its sweet nutty flavor. Knowing when to harvest butternut squash is key to getting the best quality and storage life from your crop. There are a few signs to look for to determine when your butternut squash are ripe and ready to pick … Read more
Planting bulbs in pots is a fun and easy way to add a pop of color to your patio, deck, or entryway in spring. With just a little planning in the fall, you can have a container overflowing with cheerful crocuses, daffodils, tulips, or hyacinths when warmer weather returns. Follow this simple guide for gorgeous … Read more
Knowing when to transplant herb seedlings is crucial for any gardener who starts plants from seed. Getting the timing right helps ensure your seedlings thrive in their new home. Transplant too early and the fragile young plants may perish from the shock. Wait too long and overcrowded, rootbound seedlings struggle to grow. This guide covers … Read more
Come learn everything you need to know about potting up seedlings – including tips on when, why, and how to pot up vegetable, herb or flower seedlings. Potting up is a simple but essential step for success when starting seeds indoors or in containers! Chances are, you’ll likely need to repot seedlings at least once … Read more
Siberian iris (Iris sibirica) is a gorgeous perennial flower prized for its grassy, lush foliage and stunning blooms in shades of purple, blue, yellow and white. As a clumping herbaceous perennial, it can thrive for years in the garden when its needs are met However, mature clumps will eventually become overcrowded and bloom less vigorously, … Read more
Early spring weather is sometimes cool, inclement, and downright gray. Perfect for peas! If you are a fair-weather gardener, well then, you’ll have to buy your peas at the market. On the other hand, if you want to partake in the best, sweetest tasting peas you have ever had, you will have to ignore or … Read more
Gladiolus also known as gladiolas or glads are beautiful summer-blooming bulbs that add vibrant spikes of color to the garden. Their showy flowers come in bright hues like red, yellow, orange, pink, white and purple. However, gladiolus bulbs, properly called corms, are not cold hardy in areas with freezing winters. Knowing when to dig them … Read more
In The Kitchen Scientist, The Flavor Equation author Nik Sharma breaks down the science of good food, from rinsing rice to salting coffee. Today: the right way to store carrots. I rarely buy a lot of carrots unless I’m making carrot cake, a large pot of soup, or gajjar ka halwa, a carrot-based Indian dessert. … Read more
Planting sunflowers is a rewarding endeavor for gardeners in Tennessee. With proper timing and care these iconic flowers can thrive in the Volunteer State’s climate. In this article we’ll explore the optimal time to plant sunflowers in Tennessee along with tips for success from soil prep to harvest. Overview of Sunflower Growing Conditions Before delving … Read more