If you love radishes, you've likely tried to grow them at least a few times so far. These low-maintenance root vegetables are fiery and delicious, and tend to thrive with neglect. That said, some ...
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Growing Tulips: How to Plant and Care for These Spring Classics
We've all seen those huge pictures of fields filled with tulips in all colors and styles and wanted to recreate the vibe. Maybe not on that scale, but growing even a small patch of tulips can ...
19 Vegetables and Herbs to Plant Before the Last Spring Frost
Who is an impatient gardener? I am. I hate it when I plan my spring and summer garden and have to wait for the last frost to be over before I start planting outside. I'm always looking for a head ...
15 Ways To Keep Warm in the Winter Without Turning Up the Heat
Heating is expensive. For many people, it's an added cost in the winter that can really stretch the budget. But you have to keep warm in the winter somehow, right? Thankfully, the following tips ...
Earthworms: Invasive Pests Or Beneficial Friends?
Most of us who live in North America were raised to think of earthworms as beneficial garden allies. We were taught that these wiggly weirdos were invaluable for healthy soil, and as food resources ...
18 of the Best Pepper Companion Plants (and 3 of the Worst)
Do you have a crop of peppers growing on your homestead? Or are you looking to start growing this plant soon? Then, you need to learn about picking suitable companions. Not only does companion ...
14 Best Companion Plants for Brassicas (Cabbage, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, etc.)
Cole crops are common residents in veggie gardens all over the world. They're delicious, nutritious, and many of them are incredibly easy to grow (except for you, Brussels sprouts!). Finding the right ...
28 Perfect Lettuce Companion Plants and a Few to Avoid
You've probably noticed that plants thrive best when they have good neighbors. This goes for all life forms, really, but it's especially noticeable in one's garden. My lettuces (Lactuca sativa ...
15 of the Best Companion Plants for Carrots (and Some to Avoid)
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 ...