Today's story appeared to me ironically enough after I took some heat for suggesting marigolds might deter rabbits (among other pests like aphids). My experience gardening comes from real life, …
As an avid gardener, I’ve experienced my fair share of backaches after a day tending the plots. While there’s nothing quite like digging into warm soil and coaxing a seedling …
Selecting the perfect gift for a mom who cherishes gardening, flowers, and cooking can be a delightful endeavor. Below are thoughtfully curated gift ideas that cater to her passions, each …
There’s something almost magical about growing edible flowers. I remember the first time I sprinkled bright nasturtium petals over a salad—the colors popped, the flavors surprised me, and honestly, it …
If you've had the pleasure of working a customer service job of any kind, you'll be able to relate to the nursery man in this story. Of course, most customers …
Just like your home is ideally a place to be comfortable and safe, so is a gardener's soil a place for her plants to grow and thrive. A gardener's soil …
It’s usually after the third or fourth big snowstorm that I start sketching out my garden design for the spring. If I’m being extra nerdy, I’ll even bust out the …
You've probably heard about the wind whistling or a song carried on the breeze. Certainly, you've heard about the leaves rustling, a brook babbling, or the ocean waves roaring. But …
Composting is the gift that keeps on giving. I love turning food scraps, cardboard, grass clippings, and other green and brown materials into a usable and nutritious soil amendment. It …
Have you ever felt like you're carrying around extra weight, that you just can't shake?
Well, it could be because we're all carrying around up to three, yes, three pounds of …