As much as I love the idea of microbiomes and letting nature do its thing, when it comes to finding aphids on tomato plants in my garden, I tend to  …

Gardens are a potent symbol of the human struggle to find meaning and purpose. Like a seed struggling to take root and thrive, we all strive to realize our full  …

If you find small, dry, round holes in your tubers, look more closely, and you may discover wireworms in potatoes. Wireworms can cause significant damage in a garden, but they  …

Let me tell you about the first time I grew broccoli. I planted three in a row. They were one of the first to grow in my garden that year,  …

I love strawberries. They're the perfect little fruit, too. You can cool off on a hot day with a glass of strawberry lemonade. They make a wonderfully sweet addition to  …

  I've always been captivated by the allure of climbing plants and am always thinking of new ways to use them. My husband doesn't love the idea of anything climbing the  …

  When I was nine years old, I embarked on an exciting challenge, growing watermelons in my backyard. Little did I know that this endeavor would teach me valuable lessons about  …

Everyone always says, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Okay, but what if your lemon tree flowers but no fruit grows, what should you make then? I don't live in  …

When it comes to hydrangeas, there's one secret that many new gardeners aren't aware of: you can actually change the color of your hydrangea blooms, specifically to achieve those stunning  …

Columbine plants are a beautiful addition to any garden. With their stunning, intricate flowers and unique bell shape, these plants are sure to stand out in your garden if you  …