Have I told you how much I adore container gardens? Container gardens are the quiet MVP of the vegetable gardening world. Container gardening provides accessibility to everyone. If you rent …
Let me tell you a little secret—I used to think you needed a vast, rolling garden to grow fresh herbs. Rows of fragrant rosemary, lush basil, and thyme carpeting the …
Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) are among the most widely grown and easily recognized flowers in American gardens. With their sunny blooms in shades of yellow, orange, gold, and maroon, marigolds bring …
Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is one of the most cherished herbs in the world, admired for its fragrant foliage, delicate flowers, and exceptional versatility. Native to the Mediterranean region, lavender has …
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, 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …