I’ll be making more room for raspberries soon, though. They require very little of me, and yet, they give so much. I love growing annual veggies, but raspberries provide a nice break from the needy vegetable garden. A few years ago, I bought two everbearing ‘Red Heritage’ plants and planted them in the spring. By fall, I had my first modest harvest. And in just the second season, I harvested a couple of handfuls of fruit every day from July through October – all from two plants....

Starting Seeds Early Indoors For outdoor gardeners, seed starting often begins about a month before the last frost and plants can be grown outside without dying. For tomato growers, this is an important time and you’ll need to think about three things before you begin: When is your last frost expected to be? How much protection will your new tomato plants need once they’re moved outdoors? How long is your growing season and how long do your tomatoes require to bear fruit?...

Incredibly beautiful, medicinal, and edible, it’s no wonder the birds and the bees love it too! Best of all, there isn’t much to getting a patch established, and once you do, it will reward you with vibrant color and life year after year. Monarda spp. One of my absolute favorite flowers, I look forward to the day each year when the bee balm buds open into magnificent scarlet blooms, bringing a whole crew of ravenous hummingbirds into my yard....

In this guide, you’ll learn how to grow and care for this beautiful and tasty spice. You’ll find helpful information on getting your plants to flourish in the garden, as well as pro tips for success in the kitchen. Here’s the lineup: Carum carvi Do you love to grow your own herbs and spices to provide you with unique flavors for recipes and food creations? Try growing your own caraway!...

In this growing guide, we will focus on how to grow and care for Tagetes tenuifolia, or signet marigolds. You may also see this plant referred to as Tagentes signata when purchasing plants or seeds. Tagetes tenuifolia Marigolds are widely recognized as one of the easiest plants to grow. They can thrive in various soil types, bloom from summer to autumn, and are incredibly hardy. In short, marigolds are marvelous....

The leaves lend just a hint of garlic flavor to spring mix salads, scrambled eggs, tomato sauce, herb butter, pasta – and this list of their uses is far from exhaustive. Allium tuberosum If I was choosing my Dream Team for a kitchen garden, wild garlic chives would win the “easy to care for herb” spot, hands down. They’re perennials, hardy in USDA Zones 3 to 9, and spread readily. They’d also rank tops on a roster of edibles you could feature on the menu daily....

In addition, the developing fruit may be stunted and fail to ripen properly. If you’re growing pumpkins in your garden, you may have seen white spots appearing on the leaves and vines. What’s up with that? It’s likely that your plants are infected with a fungal disease called powdery mildew. This disease is very common and in many cases can be treated successfully. However, if it is allowed to spread, in severe cases the plants may drop their leaves and expose the fruit to sunscald....

By Julie Christensen Maybe you’re the type of gardener who loves spending hours in the garden – tilling it in the spring and weeding and watering it through the rest of the summer. Perhaps you have a flexible work schedule and children who make their own meals, do their own laundry and clean up after themselves without being asked. If so, lasagna gardening probably isn’t for you. If, though, you’re like the other 99 percent of gardeners, then you’re hanging on by the skin of your teeth, trying to do it all....

By Erin Marissa Russell Are you curious about the differences between Mexican oregano (sometimes called Puerto Rican oregano) and Mediterranean oregano (often simply called oregano)? We’ll break the facts down for you so you’re well versed in the difference between Mexican versus Mediterranean oregano. Mexican Oregano Versus Oregano: Botany Mexican oregano is a drought tolerant plant that’s native to the dry climates of Central America, Mexico, and the southwestern portion of the United States....

Houseplants Thinking of adding another Pothos to your houseplant collection? There are many interesting cultivars to choose from, from the blinding Neon Pothos to the variegated Marble Queen cultivar. Gardening expert Madison Moulton takes a look at the most popular types of Pothos cultivars and why you need them in your home. By Madison Moulton Last updated: April 27, 2022 | 12 min read If you have any houseplant collectors in your life, or happen to be one yourself, you will undoubtedly know all about the famous pothos, and the different pothos varieties....

Everybody loves chickens! You know you do too. Now that you’re ready to raise backyard chickens, do you know what it takes? Don’t worry, because it’s easier than it sounds. Why should you keep chickens anyway? Well, aside from being cute companions, they are a source of fresh eggs that are rich in vitamins. Wait, that’s not the best part. They help get rid of your kitchen scraps too! Are you ready to fulfill your health needs?...

But while it’s related to true oregano (Origanum vulgare) and thyme (Thymus vulgaris), it’s actually a species of coleus. Cuban oregano is one of those special plants that adds year-round beauty to your home and flavor to your dishes. Outdoors, it will grow as a perennial only in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11, which makes it an ideal addition to your indoor kitchen garden if you don’t happen to live in those parts of the US....

One of many flowers in the Asteraceae family that also includes chamomile, dahlias, and zinnias, S. ericoides is suited to cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 10. Symphyotrichum ericoides The heath aster, Symphyotrichum ericoides, formerly Aster ericoides, is native to central and eastern regions of the United States and Canada, where it is often spotted along the highway. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....

At that point in the season, the tulips and daffodils were still out back home in Southern Ontario, but at Moss Mountain Farm, the gardens were what I’d consider to be resplendent summer gardens—bursting with blooms and produce that I hadn’t even planted yet. Allen’s passion for gardening and sustainable practices is evident throughout the property and in each section, he regaled us with stories about how his ideas were brought to life....

Check out these unique DIY Vertical Lettuce Garden Ideas that will help you to grow it neatly without wasting too much space! Have a look at our article on growing Lettuce here DIY Vertical Lettuce Garden Ideas 1. Vertical Lettuce Garden Watch this detailed video on how to make a vertical lettuce garden using PVC pipes. 2. Movable Vertical Garden This movable DIY vertical garden made out of rain gutters makes it so easy to grow lettuce and other greens....

Information If your peace lily looks a bit droopy, there's a good chance that there's a problem with your plant. Peace lilies can fall victim to many different and quite common problems. In this article, Gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines some of the most common peace lily problems and how to fix them! By Madison Moulton Last updated: October 26, 2022 | 11 min read Often given as gifts or chosen by new houseplant growers as their first specimen, Peace Lilies are one of the easiest houseplants to grow and care for....

An excellent houseplant, Spathiphyllum looks spectacular with its white bracts. If you too want to grow it indoors, then pick one from the best Types of Peace Lily in this article! Read about amazing peace lily benefits here Best Types of Peace Lily 1. Piccolino Peace Lily Botanical Name: Spathiphyllum ‘Piccolino’ ‘Piccolino’ is a dwarf and compact Spathiphyllum variety. The plant displays shiny dark green leaves with pure white blooms....

Guess what. Some vegetables are actually much harder to grow from seeds than others are. Growing your own seeds can be really difficult to get the hang of, and it’s intimidating to new gardeners. So, if you’re interested in trying to grow your own food from seed for the first time, then begin with a few of these easy vegetable seeds, and go from there. Here is my list of the easiest vegetables to grow from seed to get you started…...

22. Dryer Lint Composting is a great way to make your organic fertilizer; it allows you to decompose the waste material of the garden and food scraps of your home, which otherwise would have been thrown into the trash. Meanwhile, you can compost almost anything organic and be once-living, but there are some things you can’t compost, or you should avoid composting them to a large extent to avoid the hassle....

Plants If you live in Colorado, mapping out the perfect garden can be a challenge due to the temperature and elevation variations. The good news is that there are plenty of plants that can withstand the varied climate of the centennial state. In this article, we examine our favorite perennial plants to put down in your garden if you live in the great state of Colorado. By Jason White Last updated: November 2, 2022 | 17 min read Investing in the right perennial plants for a Colorado garden can be a bit intimidating, even for advanced gardeners!...