Growing vegetables in winter is a new idea for many gardeners but it is possible cold climates. The two keys to success are choosing the right plants and providing sufficient protective covers like … [Read more...]
Garden Fundamentals
How to Collect & Grow Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias)
If you want to grow milkweed from seed, fall is the perfect time to collect seeds and start sowing. We know we can't have monarch butterflies without specific milkweed plants (Asclepias spp.) so we … [Read more...]
Tums For Blossom End Rot & Other Misleading Garden Tips
Are tums good for tomatoes? Can the right plants repel mosquitoes? Learn more about these and other commonly-shared garden myths and why they don't work. If you're interested in garden folklore, … [Read more...]
Do Sunflowers Really Track the Sun?
Do sunflowers really move their flowerheads to face the sun throughout the day? Are they really tracking the sun across the sky? Let's have a look at what these beautiful plants are up to. If you … [Read more...]
DIY Raised Bed Screens to Keep Pests Away From Vegetables
If you need to keep animals out of your raised garden beds or want to slow down pests like cabbage moths, these multi-purpose protective screens are a good addition to the garden. Before you … [Read more...]
The Trouble With Double Flowers (Sorry, Pollinators!)
While we love the beauty of double flowers like hybrid roses, peonies, and coneflowers, compact, frilly blooms make it impossible for pollinators to collect nectar and pollen. If you are interested … [Read more...]
Free Raised Bed Building Plans
Ready to build a raised garden bed? These free plans for beginners offer several designs in various shapes, sizes, and heights to suit a variety of growing spaces. For more information on choosing … [Read more...]
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