Daily Library
Cherokee Purple Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Delight with a Hint of Mystery
Ah, the Cherokee Purple tomato—part heirloom, part legend, and wholly delicious. This distinctive tomato is said to trace its roots back to the Cherokee Nation, passed down through generations before ... Read More
Self-Seeding Vegetables and Herbs
Have you ever gotten so overwhelmed with a cherry tomato plant that you let it go, and then the next spring you had a million little cherry tomato plants trying ... Read More
Black Hollyhock is the Dark Knight of the Butterfly Garden
When I first heard about the Black Hollyhock, I'll admit, I was skeptical. A black flower? In my butterfly garden? Surely, that was a joke. But let me tell you, ... Read More
Spring Fling Must-Haves: Décor & Fashion Picks for the Season
Ah, springtime in New England! Where the promise of blooming flowers is just around the corner, but in early April, we’re still cozying up indoors, dreaming of those warmer days. ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Fabric Grow Bags for Vegetables
In some universe, there’s an older version of me sitting in a rocking chair on a big farmhouse porch, looking in disbelief at the latest gardening catalog. I can hear ... Read More
The Best Plants for Straw Bale Gardening
To talk about the best plants for straw bale gardening, it's probably important to clarify what straw bale gardening is exactly. The short version is that you can grow vegetables ... Read More
Family Gardening – In the Literal Sense
Oh! The joys of family gardening. I realize that might sound a little sarcastic, but I'm being serious. I love gardening with my family. It's gives us a chance to ... Read More
The Pros and Cons of Growing Poblano Peppers: A Spicy Love Story in the Garden
As an avid food gardener, I have a lot of favorites, but when it comes to peppers, the Poblano pepper holds a special place in my garden and my heart. ... Read More
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Adding Manure to Garden Beds
I might be dating myself here, but anytime I think about adding manure to garden beds, I have a vision of the scene from Back to the Future. You know ... Read More
Pretty in Pink: Hydrangeas vs. the Dirt
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 ... Read More
