I still remember the first time I tried growing cantaloupe. I selected a dwarf type because of the shorter maturation period and my compact growing space. Since I was eager to try my hand at some kind ...
How to Start a Perennial Garden
Starting a beautiful and productive perennial garden doesn't happen on accident. Gardeners need to plan, prepare the soil, and learn appropriate planting practices to establish that gorgeous dream ...
6 Types of Soil and Which Plants Grow Best on Them
Soil might not seem like it's that important; it’s just dirt, right? Wrong! Soil provides your plants with all of the vital nutrients, air, and water that they need to grow and thrive. Soil is like ...
21 Lettuce Varieties to Try in Your Garden
Growing lettuce is one of my favorite gardening endeavors because the plants grow quickly and with a minimum of fuss, which is extremely rewarding. There are also a plethora of different lettuce ...
Olla Irrigation System: A Water-Wise Way to Irrigate Small Gardens
Are you hoping to water your garden easily, quickly, and without spending a lot of money on an irrigation system? You’ve come to the right place. I’m going to walk you through the olla irrigation ...
Growing Licorice: The Complete Guide to Plant, Care and Harvest Licorice
When people think of licorice, they usually imagine the black, chewy candy you can buy in the store. I was the same until I started growing licorice, and now the plant plays such a huge part in our ...
Garden Soil Inoculant: What It Is and Why You Need It
About 78% of our atmosphere is made up of nitrogen. It's in the air we breathe and is necessary for plants (and humans) to survive. So how do you help your plants get all the nitrogen they need to ...
Allelopathic Plants: What Are They, The List, and How To (and Not To) Use Them
The first time I heard someone mention allelopathic plants, I thought the speaker said, “holipathic.” I'd done lots of dabbling in holipathic medicine. So, I believed for a minute, we were talking ...
How Does a Rotor Sprinkler System Work and Would It Suit Your Garden?
Are you on the hunt for the perfect irrigation system? Choosing the right irrigation system is a big decision, and you should have all the information before making such an investment. I was ...