Simple Garden Tool Care and Maintenance Tips
Okay, I know there's something super attractive about all those lovely new gardening tools on display at your local gardening shop. That hand-forged garden fork is stunning, and the gleaming …
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Gardening Keeps Me Young
As diehard football fans may re-member, a while back the Denver Broncos had a quarterback by the name of Tim Tebow. There was some controversy at the time over some …
Dividing Rhubarb: Splitting, Transplanting, and Methods for Moving
Rhubarb takes almost no effort to grow, and this perennial plant will give you tart, tender stalks for years. There’s just one thing you need to know about first: dividing …
When to Plant Seeds Outside and 4 Other Tips for Beginner Gardeners
My first garden was a failure. Aside from a few herbs, I literally harvested nothing except for three tomatoes. The zucchini plant died before it produced any fruit. The basil …
How to Know When Carrots are Ready to Harvest: 5 Signs to Look For
There are dozens of varieties of carrots you can grow in different shapes, sizes, and colors. They're a great snack. You can cook them up as a side dish or …
Harvesting your Carrots
Harvesting carrots is easy: just pull them out of the ground when you want them. In truth, you don’t have to wait the full growing period before you start harvesting …
10 Ways to Begin Preparing a Garden for Spring
I’ll admit that here in New England, it’s a little hard in the bite of the winter to think about preparing a garden for spring. It’s the time of year …
Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Potatoes
Working your potato or sweet potato plot means having the right tools to do the job! Below is a list of items to consider. …
Growing from Seed Potatoes and Sweet Potato Slips
Potatoes grow best in regions where the soil temperature is cool, ranging from 45 degrees F for planting and 60 to 70 degrees F for growth. So, if you live …
