How to Transplant Herbs into Indoor Pots for the Winter
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs and you will never change my mind. And this year, my outdoor herb garden is a thing of beauty. ::brushes dust off of …
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How to Save Root-Bound Tomato Plants Before It’s Too Late
There are some opinions out there about what to do with root-bound tomato plants. Quite a few people seem to believe that the best thing is to just dump them …
The Spinach Trail
As a kid, I thought spinach was just something my dad grew so we could practice our chewing. We’d pluck it from the garden and rinse the tender green leaves …
How to Drill Drainage Holes in Any Kind of Planter
I found the most adorable bowl in the shape of an elephant at a local pottery studio and knew I wanted to use it as a planter in my indoor …
Growing Zones for Radishes
Radishes are cool-season vegetables that grow best in USDA Hardiness Zones 2–10, making them suitable for most of the continental U.S. They’re fast-growing, hardy, and can be planted multiple times …
Yellow Leaves on Tomato Plants? 5 Reasons and Remedies
Grocery store tomatoes don’t stand a chance compared to the fresh homegrown variety. From cherry tomatoes grown in containers to heirloom and hybrid beefsteak varieties, nothing beats a tomato grown …
Nasturtiums
Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum) are cheerful, easy-to-grow annuals celebrated for their bright blooms, peppery leaves, and delightful trailing or mounding habits. With their jewel-toned flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow, …
How Often to Water Vegetable Seeds
I see it from the corner of my eye, the telltale green sliver poking up from the potting mix. Victory, thy name is Vegetable Sprout! My pride is brimming as …
5 Ways to Succeed at Apartment Container Gardening on a Budget
I might be biased, but if you live in an apartment, container gardening is an easy way to give your space some personality and flare (not to mention some free …
How to Transplant Herbs into Indoor Pots for the Winter
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs and you will never change my mind. And this year, my outdoor herb garden is a thing of beauty. ::brushes dust off of …
