A Pepper with Pedigree: The Origins of the Mighty Serrano
When it comes to growing Serrano peppers, few chili varieties offer the same balance of heat, flavor, and productivity. The Serrano …
Let’s face it – blackberry plants have commitment issues. Give them an inch, and they’ll take over your entire yard! One minute you’re dreaming of summer cobblers, and the next …
So there you are, scissors in hand, ready to snip some fragrant basil for your pasta sauce. You grab a leaf, take an anticipatory nibble, and–wait a minute–is that… licorice? …
June gardeners in USDA zones 9-10 are navigating the increasing heat while still maintaining productive gardens. Spanning diverse regions from coastal Oregon to Arizona, Florida, and parts of California, zones …
Herb gardening is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding hobbies out there. Not only does it give you fresh herbs to cook with, but it also adds a splash …
As a New Englander by adoption, I’m fascinated by—and proud of—almost everything New England, including our rich history of potato farming. And when it comes to the king of New …
Bean there, done that with the green bean feast-or-famine cycle? You know what I'm talking about - that annual garden tradition where you wait forever for beans, then suddenly you're …
May in planting zones 9-10 - covering places like southern Florida, southern Texas, parts of Arizona, and coastal California - are hitting their stride right now with temperatures that make …
As much as I love vegetable gardening, there’s something truly magical about having a few fruit trees in your yard. A fresh apple or peach or cherry straight from the …
Picture harvesting fresh asparagus spears from your garden just as the sun pops its head up in the spring - it's a gardener's dream that requires a gardener's greatest virtue: …