Allow me to share with you why I decided to write about how to bring an outdoor plant inside without bugs. It all began with a lovely little citrus tree. I love citrus trees, and there’s nothing like a bright pop of yellow lemons or colorful oranges to liven up your home, inside or out. […]
A shovel is a shovel is a shovel. Unless we’re talking about the best shovel. Then there are all sorts of shovels. Short-handled, long-handled, rounded, round-point, square-point, serrated, trenching shovels, ditching shovels, digging spade, garden spade, perennial spade, and scoops.
I picked today’s piece, “Radishes,” for everyone who has ever had a little garden helper or has tried gardening with kids. For me, it’s my daughter, who has been my cherry tomato picker since she was able to walk. She could slice soft veggies with a butter knife at the age of two! Whenever I’m […]
Butterfly gardens are taking flight across America, bringing vibrant colors and delicate wings to backyards everywhere. Gardeners are discovering that creating these flutter-friendly havens can benefit their food gardens in unexpected ways. By choosing the right plants for butterfly gardens, you can create a thriving ecosystem that supports both beautiful butterflies and productive vegetable patches. […]
While your garden may not look like much right now, with some effort and the right approach, it can bounce back stronger than before. Check out these recovery tips to get your green space back to health after the storm passes. 1. Safety First: Assess and Document Before you dive into recovery mode, take a […]
This year, for the fourth year in a row, I embarked on the journey of growing watermelons. The first year, I grew watermelons I had no business trying to ripen in my growing zone, and as a shocker to no one but me, they did not grow. The second year, they didn’t even try, they […]
Hearing about new gardener mistakes is one of my favorite sources of laughter. Not because I like to chuckle at other people’s misery but because we’ve all been there. You need to have a little gardening humor and humility when you’re starting out. Whether you’ve picked 1” carrots, pulled garlic a whole season too early, […]
Tomatoes are a staple in home gardens, and when paired with the right companion plants, they can thrive like never before. Companion planting is an age-old technique that enhances growth, deters pests, and even improves the flavor of your tomatoes. With 2025 just around the corner, now is the perfect time to plan for a […]
Believe it or not, nurturing flowers can do wonders for your physical and mental health. Discover the benefits of plants, how caring for them boosts mood, and ways to make your gardening journey safe and enjoyable. 1. Reduces Anxiety and Stress Nurturing plants delivers a calming effect, helping reduce your stress and anxiety. They can help […]
When it comes to buying or picking apples, I always end up with way more than I actually need. The giant basket of apples taunts me from my countertop, knowing that I will never get through them fast enough before they start to go bad. Freezing fresh apples is one way of keeping them from going bad, but I also love pressure canning apples and storing them in my pantry for later use in pies, breads, apple butter, and apple sauce.
