A thriving garden is more than a collection of plants. It's a complex ecosystem of flora, fauna, and microorganisms, all interacting within the soil and air. This chapter delves into …
Beets are the best! Most vegetables are easy to love, but beets have a lot going for them. They're an easy-to-grow, fast-developing crop that belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family alongside Swiss …
Is there anything more wonderful than snapping a sun-warmed peach from the tree and sinking your teeth into that soft, juicy, sweet fruit? Peaches are one of nature's greatest gifts, …
Are you a gardening enthusiast looking to add some flavor and color to your herb garden? If so, you'll be happy to know that transplanting chives can be a fun …
Take advantage of organic teamwork in your garden to deter garden pests, as well as weeds. Companion planting is a great way help plants protect each other.
For example, squash, peas, …
In the early days of my gardening, I thought that winter garden tasks were pretty limited. Rake up the dead plants, mix some compost into the soil, and then hibernate …
Planting
Pumpkins grow better when you plant the seeds directly in the ground. Ideally, you should prepare your pumpkin patch a growing season in advance to give the soil the time …
Once upon a time, there was a woman who loved to garden. She planted cilantro near fennel, but the cilantro never grew. She didn't know that fennel secretes a growth-inhibiting …
Planting
The easiest way to plant hot peppers is to plant seedlings. Many gardeners have success starting their hot peppers from seeds; it depends in part on your gardening …
Planting
For gardeners who want to see a harvest sooner rather than later, seedlings are the way to go. You can plant them out in the spring, after the last frost …