spring crops

What to Plant in April in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in April in USDA Zones 7-8

I'll admit it - I get a touch of garden envy scrolling through social media in April, watching you lucky zone 7-8 gardeners already digging in your sun-warmed soil. While  
The Science of Seedling Success

The Science of Seedling Success

Too hot or too cold, and those freshly germinated seeds won't go anywhere. They won't grow into those juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, or rich eggplants that we love. So what  
How to Keep Gardening in December

How to Keep Gardening in December

Hello December! The weather is getting colder, the holiday decorations are going up, and visions of early spring crops are dancing in your head.