A Quick & Dirty Fruit Tree Cloning Guide
Unleashing the magic of fruit tree cloning—a time-honored horticulture practice
In the realm of cloning, many of us might conjure images of Dolly the sheep or science fiction scenarios like the …
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Avocados Grow on Trees
Ah, the memories of growing up in the land of abundant fruits and vegetables. It was like living in a produce paradise, with a dash of suburban wisdom from dear …
How to Create a Food Forest of Flowering Fruit Trees
Flowering fruit trees have an enchanting beauty that captivates nature enthusiasts and admirers alike. Whether you possess an expert's knowledge of these magnificent trees or simply revel in their aesthetic …
Don’t Get Too Sentimental About Fruit Trees
This article was originally published in our sister publication, GreenPrints Magazine, under the title, “Sentiment and Fruit Trees.” It was written by Michael Filas and was published originally in 2018, in GreenPrints …
This Is Country Garden Inspiration For Real
What comes to mind when you think about country garden inspiration? Perhaps you envision vast swaths of brilliant flowers underneath a blue sky. Maybe there are some wispy clouds floating …
The 15 Do’s and Don’ts of Gardening in the Winter Months
So, you want to garden in the winter? Okay! While you might not get those gorgeous eggplants or crunchy cucumbers, you can still keep your hands in the dirt, so …
How to Grow Grafted Fruit Trees to Increase Variety in Your Garden
Before I get into all the reasons grafted fruit trees are a good option for your garden, I'd like to talk about comic books. In the late 1970s, DC Comics …
Rundown Garden, Brand-New Friend
When I moved to a new community—Amana, Iowa—I suddenly found myself needing a new circle of friends. My job was out of town and my children out of school, so …
The Boysenberry Saga
From my angle, The Boysenberry Saga started when Paul, my husband Mike’s brother, married Carrie, his talented, upbeat lady fair in 1976. It was at their wedding reception that I …
How to Avoid Injury Using an Extendable Pruning Saw for Garden Cleanup
I’m a fairly independent human, who likes to avoid asking anyone for help. I’m that girl at the grocery store, who uses a wrapping paper tube from the stationery aisle …
