Winter can suck for the gardener. You may have a few herbs on the window sill, but generally, there's not much growing in the garden. Mache is one of the exceptions. This tasty veg can handle weather ...
The Complete Guide on Wintering Potted Plants Indoors
Each year as fall arrives and the temperature starts to dip, I’m left with a porch full of potted plants that I’m not sure what to do with. My usual strategy is to pull anything that’s beginning to ...
How to Deal With Winter Desiccation Burn in the Garden
Winter isn't an easy time - for humans and plants. It's cold and in some areas, even when there is snow on the ground, it's easy to get dehydrated thanks to brutal winds. For plants, it's easy to ...
Growing Lemongrass: Best Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
It's one of those plants that's underappreciated - both in cooking and in the garden. But if you aren't growing lemongrass, you should be. Even people who live in cold climates can grow this tasty ...
Growing Edamame: Best Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
I’ve never failed at growing beans. Even when I’m careless in my planting, and the weather goes a little haywire, I end up with a sizeable harvest. In other words, beans are easy to grow - and edamame ...
Growing Celeriac: Best Varieties, Planting Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
It’s one of the ugliest vegetables you’ll encounter in your CSA basket or at the farmer’s market, but it’s also surprisingly flavorful and incredibly versatile in the kitchen. Welcome to the weird and ...
Everything You Need to Know About Organic Pesticides
No one wants to use harsh chemicals around their family and pets, but at the same time, we all want to destroy the pests that plague us. So conventional pesticides are out, but what about organic ...
How to Make Compost – The Complete Guide
Composting may seem like a daunting venture for the new gardener, but it’s really quite simple. Following a few crucial rules is the key to making black gold for your garden. In fact, learning how ...
17 Low or No-Cost Christmas Gifts for Gardeners
Is there anything more rewarding than gifting surprises to the ones you love? If you’re struggling to find a Christmas present for the gardeners in your life, check out our list of gift ideas for the ...