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How to Grow Escarole This Spring in an Elevated Garden Bed
Escarole (Cichorium endivia) is a cool-season crop with broad, dark green leaves and a mildly bitter taste. It’s a great variety to grow in early spring or late summer, especially in raised or elevated...
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Pros and Cons of Using Coconut Mulch (Coco Coir) in Raised Garden Beds
Coconut mulch, or coco coir, is made from the husks of coconuts and began gaining popularity in the 1990s, especially in Europe and North America. Before that, people in tropical regions like Southeast...
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12 Best Ornamental Grasses for Privacy
There is just something mysterious about a swath of tall grass, provoking thoughtful questions of what lies beyond. A kingdom of man-eating giants, or just some residents tired of their inconsiderate...
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Maximize Your Indoor Garden: 13 Tips for Big Results in Small Spaces
Whatever your reason for starting an indoor garden, just know—it's the right move! Indoor gardening is a practical and rewarding way to bring nature into your home year-round. Whether you're looking to...
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Seed Saving 101: How to Collect Tomato Seeds for Next Year
If you’ve ever bitten into a juicy, sun-ripened tomato and wished you could grow ones with that exact flavor next year, then seed saving is your go-to. I’m here to share some of my seasoned tips on how...
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Grow a Picnic Garden with These Easy Crops
Imagine stepping into your garden on a warm late-spring afternoon, harvesting everything you need for the perfect picnic under the sun with your friends and family. Fresh vegetables for a crisp pasta...
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Ideas for Designing a Sunken Garden
When considering a garden, the dimension of space is often neglected. Raised garden beds are used to add structure and definition vertically, yet few gardeners bother to excavate the ground underneath....
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Plant Grow and Care for a Sweet Fuyu Persimmon Tree in a Planter
Persimmons are like hitting the jackpot in the world of fruit trees—sometimes a yard comes with a mature tree already producing, but more often, it takes a little effort and the right conditions to...
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Thinking Beyond Seasons: How to Make the Most of Your Greenhouse Year-Round
If you’ve got a greenhouse, you already know it’s more than just a shelter for your plants. With a little planning, it can be your best growing buddy all year long, even in spring, summer, fall, and...
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8 Garden Crops That Make Delicious Chips—No Potatoes Needed
Crisps are always a good snack, perfect for the road or a quick bite—but they don’t have to come from just potatoes. Plenty of other crops from the garden make surprisingly good chips! In this blog,...
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12 Best Fast-Growing Annuals to Plant in May for Summer Blooms
Although many gardeners groan when they hear the childish phrase “April showers bring May flowers,” there’s truth in that May is a month of planting. The days are no longer cold and dreary, and the...
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9 Best Herbs to Grow Indoors Year-Round Under Grow Lights
A steady supply of fresh herbs all year long isn’t just a dream—it’s completely possible with the right setup! You don’t need a greenhouse or even a sunny windowsill, all it takes is a reliable set of...
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Top 10 Gardening Gifts for Green Thumbs on Father’s Day
If your dad loves digging around in dirt and has a thing for plants, Father’s Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate his green thumb. As a gardener myself, I know how a thoughtful gift can brighten...
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Drought-Tolerant Summer Crops for Low-Water Gardens
Summer is always a favorite time of year, but too much heat is always a drag on summer festivities – and very much so for garden crops. With temperatures on the rise and the prevalence of drought, many...
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What Happens if You Don’t Pull Weeds
You might have looked at your lawn and wondered what would happen if you left these weeds in your yard alone? Sure, they may be unsightly to look at, but how much harm can they really cause? Chances...
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Ideas for a Chic Bohemian Gardens
Think you’re too old to have fun? Bilbo Baggins, the fifty-something protagonist of The Hobbit, proves that it’s never too late to go on an adventure. And sometimes that adventure can be found right in...
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Celebrating Father’s Day with Dad’s Favorite Garden Recipes
There’s something truly special about celebrating Father’s Day with the man who’s always there for you—especially when it involves a shared love for gardening and food. Few things bring more joy than...
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The Dos and Don’ts of Using a Modular Compost Bin
Modular composters offer an efficient way to manage garden and kitchen waste, especially when composting in stages. These systems typically include three bins to help maintain a steady flow of...
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