A recent article in Mother Earth News dares you to think outside the rectangle. Yes it’s “think outside the box”, but when you are thinking of alternatives to the common garden patch you might be thinking outside the rectangle. People … Continued
Even though the calendar tells us that we’re still in winter, our intense summer gardening season is on its way. For some, the gardening may slow but never stop. For those in cooler climates there are ways in which you … Continued
When you plan a new garden or gather ideas for re-designing an existing garden, there are many things to consider. Location, color, height, depth, scented or un-scented, free-flowing or structured, edible or ornamental are all choices and possibilities. You can … Continued
With gardening comes many emotions from joy to disappointment. In your labor you strive for a bountiful harvest and therefore will sacrifice clean fingernails and endure back pain to dig, weed, plant and harvest those priceless plants. Some gardeners are … Continued
What is that beautiful smell? Wouldn’t you like visitors to your garden to exclaim such pleasure? By researching the best fragrant flowers for your region and arranging those flowers in strategic locations you can let your visitors follow their nose … Continued
With the New Year comes a new way for you to label your plants! If you prefer to create nameplates for plants without the means of a computer labeler, we now offer the supplies for you to do so. Through … Continued
Homegrown fruits and vegetables can’t be beat for their crisp, flavorful taste. Produce plucked straight from the vine tastes better than produce plucked from grocery store shelves. Greenhouses allow you to enjoy that fresh taste all year around. When you … Continued
Do you frown when you have to clean off the garden tools and pack them away for the winter? Some weekend warriors may cheer when the days get a little cooler and grass starts to slowly go dormant for the … Continued
While gardeners in the north pull in their potted tropical plants in early October, gardeners in the South keep enjoying blooms all year round. Gardeners in the southwestern states may not have the beautiful autumnal leaf color, but their succulents … Continued
Why would you concern yourself with finding your plant markers in the snow? Well, if you are like some adventurous gardeners, your harvest doesn’t end in November. You might collect lettuce in January and even spinach after the first frost. … Continued
