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The Easiest Vegetables to Grow in Pots
One sunny day in late summer, I went to visit a city-dwelling friend. We went for a walk, and I noted a few porches with a random tomato plant or ... Read More
Apothecary Rose
My dear old friend dug a root for me, said Lafayette presented this very rose to her ancestor when the Frenchman returned to America in 1825 on his triumphant farewell tour, and ... Read More
Growing Black Raspberry vs. Blackberry vs. Mulberry: Which is Best?
"Here we go 'round the mulberry bush on a cold and frosty morning." So goes the children's song that's usually accompanied by a skipping dance and some playful laughs. But ... Read More
Benefits of Gardening in Retirement Communities
Many adults choose to spend their golden years in a vibrant, supportive retirement community. However, these complexes offer more than just movie nights, Mahjong and social clubs. Residents also reap ... Read More
The Golden Gems of Summer …
The sun pounds on the nurseries, projecting a warm, brilliant sparkle over the fields of marigolds. These brilliant and dynamic blossoms influence in the delicate breeze, their petals moving like ... Read More
Blue Lupine is Both Beautiful and Edible
For years, I noticed wild Lupine growing along highway roadsides, their colorful spikes standing out against the asphalt and guardrails. These flowers always caught my eye, but I didn't know ... Read More
New England Aster: The Unsung Hero of the Late-Season Butterfly Buffet
The star of my Autumn garden is undoubtedly the New England Aster. This native wildflower has become my secret weapon in keeping the butterfly party going long after other plants ... Read More
6 Rare Vegetable Gardening Magazines to Inspire You
I don't know about you, but one of my favorite Saturday morning activities is to sit down with a cup of tea and one of my favorite vegetable gardening magazines ... Read More
Sweetbay Magnolia: From Humble Sapling to Fragrant Centerpiece
When we first moved into our home, the backyard was a hodgepodge of shrubs and trees I was unfamiliar with, but the former owner was an avid gardener. On our ... Read More
Teddy Bear Sunflowers: Huggable Blooms for Your Garden
I've had the pleasure of growing and admiring countless sunflower varieties over the years. However, there's one particular type that never fails to bring a smile to my face: Teddy ... Read More
