Homegrown carrots are much more flavorful than store-bought. If you want the best crop you've ever had, consider companion planting with carrots. Some herbs, veggies, and flowers will enhance the ...
Can You Plant and Grow Garlic From the Grocery Store?
Every gardener should have a bed of garlic. But seed stock garlic bulbs are much more expensive than the bulbs at the grocery store - often double the cost! With such a huge price difference, ...
How to Grow Basil from Cuttings
Basil can be a finicky herb to grow from seed. It can fail if the light or humidity isn't right, or if you speak to it too sternly during the germination process. Fortunately, there's a different way ...
Everything You Need To Know About Growing Gladiolus
Gardeners love growing gladiolus because of their stately, gorgeous stalks flowers that come in a whole range of colors. There are pink, purple, yellow, white, and many more colors of gladioli on the ...
21 of the Best Broccoli Companion Plants
Broccoli is spectacular, isn't it? This tasty veggie is as versatile as it is delicious, and is as gorgeous in stir-fries and soups as it is raw, dipped into your favorite dip. If you're a fan of this ...
9 Unique Vegetable Garden Layout Ideas to Help You Plan Your Next Garden
Have you ever walked into your favorite store and blanked out because of all the possibilities? That's happened to me countless times. The potential around me was so overwhelming that I didn't know ...
Growing Nectarine Trees: How to Plant and Care For This Marvelous Stone Fruit
I see nectarines as a multi-season fruit because they thrive in hot summer temperatures. The aroma of nectarines growing on a tree reminds me of summer, and if you treat them right, a nectarine tree ...
Growing Chickpeas: How to Plant and Care For Garbanzo Beans
If you love hummus, you love chickpeas. These versatile legumes are a staple in a variety of dishes, from hummus to curry to minestrone soup. If you’re looking at growing a few long-term pantry ...
12 Common Problems When Growing Apples and What to Do About Them
Oh, the humble apple: a prolific provider in the home orchard. They're easy to grow and there are a lot of varieties. Unfortunately, along with the tasty fruit, you may end up with a few problems when ...