Once upon a time in the verdant town of Plymouth, Massachusetts, there lived a gardener named Pat. Pat had a flourishing garden filled with vibrant vegetables, fragrant herbs, and blossoming …
As someone who eagerly awaits pea-planting season each year, I know firsthand the frustration of discovering something has been feasting on your precious crop overnight. My garden journey has been …
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 …
In USDA zones 4-6, May isn't just about what to plant – it's about what not to plant too early, because one late frost can send your garden dreams back …
Pole beans are my favorite things to grow. If I had to choose only 3 things to grow, it would be tomatoes, peppers, and pole beans. I harvest them all, …
Invasive herbs? I know that's not how I usually think of invasive species. When I think of invasive species, it's usually things like boa constrictors in the Everglades, carp in …
I love deer. They're such graceful, beautiful creatures, and I love looking out of my window and seeing them stroll through the yard. However, I also love my garden and …
As much as I love harvesting a bowl of sweet peas or enjoying an heirloom tomato right off the vine, part of the fun of gardening is planting raised garden …
Ireland may be known for cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, but there's much more to an Irish vegetable garden than these staple veggies. Of course, you can do a lot with …
Let’s talk about health. No, I’m not your doctor, and no, I’m not about to make you feel guilty about the fact that you didn’t exercise yesterday. I, too, may …