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Fall & Winter

4 Easy Ways to Overwinter Geraniums

Published on September 4, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Red geranium (Pelargonium) flowers.

There are several ways to overwinter geraniums (Pelargoniums) from your garden. With some newspaper, a cardboard box, paper bag, or a sunny windowsill, you can keep these tender perennials … [Read more...]

How To Grow Vegetables Outdoors in The Winter

Published on August 31, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Snowy winter backyard garden with raised beds for vegetable growing.

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...]

Winter Squash: How to Cure & Store Your Harvest

Published on August 15, 2021Last updated October 25, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Assorted squashes ready for curing.

After harvesting winter squash, it's time to cure itโ€”a process where the skin toughens up to last longer in storage. We've also included a storage chart for all types of winter squash. The first … [Read more...]

How to Collect & Grow Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias)

Published on August 7, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Monarch butterfly landing on swamp milkweed flower to collect nectar.

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...]

How to Grow Mums From Cuttings

Published on August 6, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Taking cuttings from mums for propagating new plants.

You can propagate chrysanthemums from cuttings by rooting them first in water or by planting them directly in potting mix. Use these instructions to prepare and care for your cuttings to grow lots of … [Read more...]

20 Vegetables to Sow Midsummer for Fall (Seed Sowing Plan)

Published on July 26, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Swiss chard, broccoli, and cauliflower growing in the garden.

There are plenty of vegetable seeds to sow midsummer for late summer, fall, and winter harvests. The fast-growing ones will be ready to harvest in 4 to 8 weeks. The slower-growing, cool-tolerant crops … [Read more...]

25 Garden Art Projects & Ideas (Ebook)

Published on June 20, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden Art Projects & Ideas book cover

It's here! The latest edition of the Garden Art Projects & Ideas ebook is now available. This collection features reader's favorites in one handy file you can view on your phone, tablet, or … [Read more...]

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