Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Lemons
Tending your lemon tree or cooking with lemons means having the right tools to do the job in both the garden and the kitchen.
Below is a list of items to …
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How to Choose the Best Garden Shears for the Job
Of all the garden tools I’ve acquired over the years (and there are quite a few), I tend to use the same four or five tools over and over again. …
Choosing to Grow Onions from Seeds, Transplants, or Sets
Getting your onion garden started begins with the choice of how to grow your plants—from seeds, seedlings, or small bulbs called sets. Check with your local garden center to see …
Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing Thyme
Working your thyme garden means having the right tools to do the job. And you need the right tools in the kitchen, too, for being able to prepare thyme for …
Choosing to Grow Thyme from Seeds or Seedlings
Getting your thyme garden started begins with the choice of how to grow your plants—from seeds, seedlings, or small pots. Thyme grows well from seed, but has a long germination …
How to Spot, Treat, and Prevent Cherry Diseases
As it grows, a cherry tree, like most fruit trees, may experience issues caused by pests or diseases. Things such as location, weather and upkeep determine which problems your trees …
Winterizing your Strawberry Plants
The first technique for winterizing strawberry plants is to choose an appropriate variety for your zone. Some varieties withstand cold better than others. …
Choosing to Grow Raspberries from Bare Root or Tissue Culture Plants
Getting your raspberry garden started begins with the choice of how to grow your plants—from bare root canes (or cuttings) or tissue culture plants (in pots). It’s easy and economical …
5 Garden Hand Tools Every Greenthumb Should Have
When I started my first vegetable garden I went a little tool-crazy. I bought every type of shovel, shear, and weeding gadget marketed to me at big box home and …
Harvesting Your Pumpkins
Your pumpkins are ready for harvest when they’ve reached their particular color (orange in most cases), the rind is hard, and the vine is mostly dry. This is where you’ll …
