Life doesn’t get much better than that does it? Luckily, those of us who love this aromatic herb don’t have to rely on the market for a fresh supply, as we can easily grow our own. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. And so you know what lies ahead, here’s what I’ll cover:...
This type of Daucus carota is distinguished by its skin, which does not require peeling, only a good scrub before eating or cooking. And its six- to seven-inch cylindrical roots will “hold” longer in the ground than other varieties without becoming fibrous. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re considering growing this root crop this season or next, let’s determine whether ‘Nantes’ might be the good choice versus other favorites like ‘Chantenay,’ ‘Imperator,’ or ‘Danvers....
But if you’re like me, you’d rather spend your hard-earned cash on a new pair of secateurs or some good gardening gloves – especially when you can start new plants for the cost of some fresh potting soil. Propagating houseplants is a relatively straightforward process, but it’s absurdly simple with dumb canes. In the past, I’ve snipped off the tip of a cane that had lost its leaves, plopped it in some soil, watered it, and then forgotten about it....
We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Our guide to growing onions contains all you need to know for cultivation. This article focuses on onion storage. Here’s what we’ll cover: Let’s get started. It will be harvest time before we know it! Onion Primer In our guide to 15 of the best onion varieties, we break the vegetables down into three categories:...
And it’s not only your tomatoes that may be at risk. White mold can infect more than 400 species of plants, including such important crops as potatoes and peppers. Caused by the fungal pathogen Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, this disease is widespread in sub-tropical and temperate areas. Over 60 names have been used to date to refer to diseases caused by this pathogen. Weed hosts include lamb’s-quarter, pigweed, Canada thistle, wild mustard, hairy nightshade, and ragweed – a who’s who of prominent weeds....
The right combination of plants, trees and shrubs can be used to landscape naturally and turn an otherwise boring yard into a flourishing autumn garden that features color, texture and dimension. Every garden should include a wide variety of plants to ensure that there is something blooming and providing visual inspiration year round. In fall, there are a select few plants that flower and several shrubs and trees that provide both color and interesting foliage....
The feathery leaves of this delicate and attractive herb are often used to season savory dishes, including fish, salads, and soups. And the plant’s seeds are also put to culinary use, taking on a starring role in dill pickles, for example. If you’re considering adding this useful herb to your garden, you may be wondering where exactly to fit it in, and which plants work well as companions for it....
Perhaps you are looking to create a secluded area where you can read your favorite book and enjoy the sounds of nature while remaining cool under the foliage. To help develop a shade garden, you will want to make sure there is a good mixture of medium and large plants to help provide shade from the sun. To add color to your garden, you will need to stage the area....
Varnishing, painting, and waterproofing are techniques that can prevent this material from becoming damaged by weather exposure. There are plenty of items made of wicker that can be placed in and around the garden to provide a nice decorative element to your landscape. Items to Consider Wicker chairs will make an excellent addition to your garden while also creating an extra outdoor living space. Perhaps you have one or two old woven chairs setting around that could use fixing up....
Easily stored in a root cellar or colder room of the home, it can sustain a family with a variety of vitamins and minerals, via its tasty and versatile flesh. Growing squash is an involved process, but it’s not difficult. Grocery stores tend to offer many types for up to about three dollars a pound as fresh produce. This means just one or two well-tended plants can produce significant savings to the family food budget....
This makes them ideal presents for gardening newcomers, and they make a colorful addition to holiday decor. However, even when they receive the best of care, amaryllis plants (Hippeastrum spp.) can occasionally suffer from diseases – one of the nastiest of which is southern blight. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Overwatering is common among inexperienced gardeners....
So why the heck are your sprout heads loose instead of being tight and compact, as they should be? The bad news is that once your plants have loose heads, you can’t fix them. But the good news is that there are lots of things you can do to help reduce the chances that this happens again in the future, even if Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate with your growing plans....
The Petunia genus includes a dazzling array of bloom colors, like pink, red, purple, and white, as well as bicolors, picotees, and blooms that look like the night sky, speckled with stars. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Categories have been developed to distinguish one from the next based on growth habit and characteristics of the flowers....
Suitable for gardeners in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9, there are a number of different varieties available that vary in size, time to maturity, and flavor. Its feathery foliage and delicate flowers make a decorative, fragrant addition to borders. It’s often grown as a companion plant in the vegetable garden. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission....
When I lived in Oklahoma for two years, wintertime was difficult. There were few evergreen trees or shrubs in my neighborhood, and with no snow, just about everything that was once thriving and green turned a depressing shade of gray for months on end. I’d come home from work and stare at the hedge of boxwoods in front of my porch, just to see something green. But you know what?...
I’m watching something interesting, as I sit and enjoy my surroundings. A wasp and a sparrow both want to drink from my birdbath, and they seem to be uncomfortably aware of each other, darting and returning several times. Before we get too Norman Rockwell here, let me tell you, folks – this tranquil setting has an amazing story to tell. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
And there is one other item that I consider essential: my gardening journal. At risk of sounding a bit melodramatic, I truly can’t imagine growing plants without having some method of noting and organizing my records, observations, and plans. Sure, I could do it. But my plant growing hobby wouldn’t be nearly as satisfying or as efficient without this incredibly valuable tool. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products....
Vines are generally low maintenance and can be easily trained to grow on gazebos, trellises, and arbors. Growing vines in the northern regions of the United States is easy if you know which plants to select. I have been growing non-invasive vines for years. I will share my experience with you about which non-invasive examples work best in northern regions of the country with cold winters. What Qualifies As Invasive?...
We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Our guide to growing asters provides an overview of species and cultivation. The focus of this piece is on how to grow and care for New York asters specifically. Ready to dive in? Here’s what we’ll cover: Let’s begin with an overview of the species. What Are New York Asters?...
These plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions from southern North America down through Latin America. Understanding their native environment will help us decipher their nutritional needs, setting them up to thrive within your garden. We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. In our guide to growing canna lilies, we cover how best to grow and care for these tropical and subtropical plants....
