container gardening
Sunflowers
Few flowers capture the spirit of Summer quite like the sunflower. With their tall stalks, vibrant blooms, and cheery faces that follow the sun, sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are both a …
Yellow Squash Steals the Garden Spotlight
Yellow squash, also affectionately known as crookneck or straightneck squash, is the cheerful, sun-kissed cousin in the Summer squash family. Native to the Americas and cultivated by Indigenous peoples for …
The 6 Best Containers for Container Gardening
You've probably heard that using old wood pallets isn't the best idea, because you never know what they were carrying and could be filled with poisons you don't want leaching …
Food Gardening Paints a Bright Future
In neighborhoods across the United States, a gardening movement that took root during the pandemic is blossoming into a full-scale green revolution. What began as a lockdown pastime has grown …
Introducing Herb Gardening in America
If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping outside your kitchen door to pluck fresh herbs for your culinary creations, or if you’ve been curious about the historical and cultural significance of …
Herb Gardening Plant Hardiness Zones in the United States
For any gardener, knowing the USDA Plant Hardiness Zones is essential, especially when growing herbs. These zones offer a guide to which plants, including herbs, can thrive in specific climates …
Growing Celery in Open Land, Raised Beds, or Containers
When growing celery, you have various options to suit your gardening preferences and available space. Whether you decide to cultivate celery in open land, raised beds, or containers, each method …
Growing Spinach in Open Land, in Raised Beds, or in Containers
When growing spinach, you have various options to suit your gardening preferences and available space. Whether you decide to cultivate spinach in open land, raised beds, or containers, each method …









