If you’re looking for a high-yielding vegetable that produces plenty of fresh fruits, growing cucumbers at home is an excellent choice. They grow fast, don’t need a lot of care, and they taste delicious. Getting started with cucumbers The best […]
Top 5 Gardening Podcasts
If you’re a gardener, then you know the joy of getting outdoors and connecting with nature. But if you don’t have the time to get out there and plant, there are plenty of podcasts out there that will keep your […]
Greenhouse Basics
A greenhouse is a great way to grow a variety of plants in the colder parts of your year. It allows you to extend your growing season and experiment with species that may not be viable in the outdoors due […]
What is a Victory Garden?
A victory garden is a traditional vegetable garden, usually found in backyards, churchyards, city parks, or playgrounds, that was planted during wartimes to help prevent food shortages. Victory gardens were a key part of the American home front during World […]
Choosing Plants for Zone 7 Gardening
If you’re a gardener, you probably have heard of the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map. This handy guide divides the country into 11 growing zones based on average winter temperatures, allowing you to determine which plants grow well in your […]
How to Plant Your First Plants in the Garden
Planting a new plant in the garden is one of the most exciting steps you can take. It’s a great way to start building your home gardening skills, and it also lets you get hands-on experience growing something you love. […]
Essential Gardening Tools For Beginners
If you want to plant vegetables in your backyard, you’ll need to purchase certain tools. For instance, you’ll need a hose to channel the water from your sprinklers into your garden. A hose can be purchased or made by hand […]
Beginner Guide to Gardening
Before you begin your vegetable garden, consider how much space you have available in your home. For a family of four, you can probably plant a 12′ x 24′ garden with three hills of yellow squash, one mound of zucchini, […]
Gardening Tips For April – What to Do in the Garden This Month
When it comes to spring gardening, you will likely be doing much of your transplanting and weeding in April. This is a great time to get these tasks done, as they will help you lessen your workload later in the […]
Beginners Guide to Houseplants – The Best Indoor Plants For Beginners
If you want to grow your own plants, but aren’t sure which ones to start with, there are plenty of easy-to-care-for houseplants you can buy. One of the simplest is the zebra plant. These plants look like Christmas trees in […]