Pumpkins are spectacular fruits, aren't they? They come in so many shapes, sizes, and hues, and are as fun to cultivate as they are delicious. Of course, growing them can be a bit frustrating at times ...
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Growing Sweet Alyssum for Carpets of Color in Your Garden
From borders, pots, vegetable, and rock gardens, to pathways and battling weeds in difficult areas, sweet alyssum is an excellent option. This flowering annual may be small in stature but packs a ...
Why and How to Plant an Eco-Friendly Clover Lawn
With everything going on with climate change and the environment, many gardeners are looking at more sustainable practices in our gardens. Traditional turf lawns use a lot of water and fertilizers ...
20 Unique and Unusual Pumpkin Varieties to Cultivate
When you think of pumpkins, you likely envision the standard orange type we carve at Halloween or bake into pie. But did you know that there are hundreds of different pumpkin varieties? It's true! ...
Tarnished Plant Bugs: How To Deal With This Adaptable Pest
One of North America's most destructive garden pests is the tarnished plant bug. This small, plant-feeding insect is destructive primarily because it can feed from a huge variety of plants. ...
How to Plant and Grow Quince Fruit Trees
Some vegetables and fruit have gone out of favor over the years for various reasons, and quince is one of those plants. This was mainly because older varieties of quince were way too tart to be eaten ...
Grass-Fed or Grain-Finished Beef: Which is Better for Your Health and Environment?
Grocery shopping has become a bit of a minefield. Is it better to buy grass-fed beef, or can I just buy a big hunk of grain-fed beef? What’s the difference, anyway? Maybe you’ve been buying ...
The Beginner’s Guide to Making Scented Candles
Scented candles are the perfect way to bring elegance, fragrance, and warmth to your home. But buying candles can be expensive. Who hasn't flipped over a fantastic-smelling candle at some cute ...
Tulip Poplars: How to Plant and Grow Showy Tulip Trees
If you can't get enough of the look of tulips, how about a tree smothered in tulip-like flowers? Growing tulip poplars, also known as tulip trees, lets you add fast-growing shade and color to your ...