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Best Lettuce Seeds for 2026
If you love fresh garden greens as much as I do, you’ll be thrilled to know that Amazon has a fantastic selection of single-variety lettuce and arugula seeds to grow ... Read More
Fertilizing Fruit Trees: Why, How, and When to Start
As much as I love vegetable gardening, there’s something truly magical about having a few fruit trees in your yard. A fresh apple or peach or cherry straight from the ... Read More
Can Compost Tea Help Vegetable Gardens Thrive?
I’m guessing before we get into this, you want to know what the heck compost tea is. It certainly ain’t your afternoon cup of Earl Grey, I can tell you ... Read More
You Never Know What You’re Going to Dig Up
It's true that you never know what you'll dig up, but most of the time when you dig deep into a garden, all you discover is rock or clay. One ... Read More
9 Heat-Tolerant Herbs That Grow Well in Hot Climates
I'm not gonna lie; it's darn hot as I'm writing this. The heat index is over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and my parsley is looking at me like, "C'mon, woman! Where's ... Read More
How to Treat & Prevent 5 Common Vegetable Diseases
As gardeners, there's no shortage of disappointments out there waiting to swoop in and ruin the enjoyment of your garden. Rabbits may eat your strawberries, seeds may never germinate, and ... Read More
Is Gardening With Kids Still Worthwhile?
While reading today’s story, I am reminded of my own children when they were young, and how they were always watching and listening, even if they weren’t particularly interested in ... Read More
What is Vertical Gardening and are the Benefits Worth it?
When most people think of gardening, they envision a sprawling area with raised garden beds and trellises and neatly grown lettuces all in a row. However, some of the most ... Read More
Growing Serrano Peppers: Spicy Rewards and Fiery Challenges
A Pepper with Pedigree: The Origins of the Mighty Serrano When it comes to growing Serrano peppers, few chili varieties offer the same balance of heat, flavor, and productivity. The Serrano ... Read More
Learning About Life Through Gardening Stories
I love gardening stories. They may be humorous, scientific, whimsical, or even tales of frustration and wonder. Why, after all, can everyone around me grow beautiful lavender plants, but mine ... Read More









