There’s just something about fruit trees that seems almost otherworldly. The fruit I buy at the grocery store never looks as delicious as the bright red apple I pick from the local fruit orchard. The ...
Growing Chives: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Chives
Even people without a serious garden have probably tried growing chives at some point in their lives. It’s one of the most common garden herbs out there, probably because it’s so easy to grow. Chives ...
Growing Motherwort: Everything about Growing, Caring for, and Harvesting Motherwort
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) is a favorite medicinal herb that grows wild near streams or rivers from southern Canada to the east of the Rocky Mountains. It's has a reputation as a rapidly spreading ...
Growing Ginger: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow and Harvest Ginger
No other plant in the world that has the distinctive taste and aroma of ginger. The moment you cut into the fresh rhizome, your kitchen fill with a spicy, peppery, citrus scent that is ...
Growing Bay: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow and Harvest Bay
Of all the herbs in the world, bay is one I think should be in every garden. Not just because it's delicious, but also because the plants make a lovely addition to the garden all year round with their ...
Growing Persimmons: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Persimmon
I remember the first time I bit into a persimmon. I got adventurous at the grocery store and bought a whole case of them on sale even though I'm not a huge fan of fruit. It was around the holidays, so ...
Growing Comfrey: The Complete Guide to Plant, Care, and Harvest Comfrey
Comfrey is one of those herbs that doesn't get the attention it should. Growing comfrey doesn't require any special tools or skills. Plus, it has medicinal properties, and it's high in protein. ...
Growing Apple Trees: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, & Harvest Apples
Growing apples is so rewarding because the trees are delightful to have in the yard, with their delicate, fragrant spring blossoms, and you can use the fruits in tons of different ways. Whether you ...
Growing Lemon Trees: A Complete Guide to Plant, Care, and Harvest Lemons
I live in Montreal, Canada where the mercury drops significantly every winter. Some days, with the windchill, temps drop to -31°F. Bundling up is required most days, even when the sun is shining ...