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Potted Paradise
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 …
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3 Ways to Grow Edible Flowers Indoors
Remember dinner parties? Sigh. Me too. I’m optimistic that they’re making a comeback soon, though and I want to be ready. I was looking for different ways to level up …
Discover The Right Essentials For An Amazing Indoor Veggie Garden
Having an indoor veggie garden brings the joys of gardening right into the comfort of your own home, but it also aligns perfectly with a healthy lifestyle. By growing your …
How to Choose the Best Lights for Growing Berries Indoors
While we often think of berries as outdoor plants, you can grow some berries indoors as long as you have the best lights for growing them. And what's not to …
Overwintering Bell Pepper Plants for a Head Start Next Season
Bell peppers aren’t supposed to survive winter. At least, that’s what Big Gardening wants you to believe. But here’s the botanical bombshell that’ll reshape your entire pepper worldview: those “annual” …
Growing Zones for Corn
Corn thrives best in warm climates with temperatures between 65°F and 80°F (18°C to 27°C). The recommended growing zones for corn are Zones 10a-11b, which provide the warmth and extended …
Starting Seeds Outdoors in Containers: A Pro & Con List
Like many things in life, success in gardening is all about timing. Plant your tomatoes in October and it’s unlikely you’ll have much to show for your work. When it …
Growing Edible Flowers and Herbs in Winter
I find that one of the most delightful secrets in gardening is edible flowers. Imagine that this Winter, while everything outside is gray, your windowsill is alive with color—bright marigolds, …
Hydroponic vs. Garden Lettuce Growing Showdown
Are you stuck in lettuce limbo, endlessly scrolling through Instagram-perfect hydroponic setups while glancing guiltily at your perfectly good garden plot outside? You're not alone! The great lettuce location debate …
The Perfect Light Conditions for Your Mushrooms
Unlike traditional plants, mushrooms do not rely on sunlight for photosynthesis, but they do respond to light signals that trigger fruiting. Understanding their light requirements throughout growth stages can help …
