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Spinach is a healthy and fast-growing leafy vegetable that makes for an excellent addition to any garden. Not only is it a versatile ingredient in the kitchen (you can eat …
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) produces plenty of buds to make seeds. Slowly, the basil plant flowering process turns the stems woody. But the young and tender-looking leaves will be no more. So, …
The USDA hardiness zone map divides North America into 11 planting zones. Knowing these zones is essential to make gardening easy for you. You should check the USDA hardiness zones …
Strawberries are one of the most popular fruit plants you can grow in the US, and they do really well in Missouri. If you live in Missouri, you might be …
The mere mention of ‘strawberries’ is enough to make someone think of the small, yet deliciously sweet fruit. The good news is that you can grow your very own and …
The Lamb’s Ear is a perennial plant that loves the sun and it grows in a very fuzzy and thick way which can create a mat with soft texture for …
Hellebore plants come in several varieties but require similar attention. These elegant perennials love shades and produce rose-like blooms at the end of winter. They are a valuable addition to …
The Brussels sprout (Brassica oleracea, variety gemmifera) is a biennial plant. In other words, it needs two growing seasons to reach maturity. But in those 30-31 weeks, some of these …
Echinacea produces stunning blooms that attract beneficial pollinators to your garden and improve your outdoors aesthetics. Also known as coneflowers, echinacea is a relatively low-maintenance plant: it doesn’t need much …
Like human beings, plants and trees will have plenty of differences from species to species and from one individual to another. Aside from genetic factors, however, there can be different …