An attractive and well-groomed European Cranberry Bush in your garden can create an eye-catching focal point. These beautiful shrubs can add a splash of color to any garden given the …
Holding a potato in your hand, a series of small, beady eyes peer back up at you from the center of its brown-colored flesh. These eyes, or rather the buds …
Carrots are cool-season crops that grow as biennial plants that most gardeners harvest in their first year (before they overwinter). As with most vegetables, home-grown carrots have a much better …
A ubiquitous sight in home gardens, tomato plants fill vegetable gardens around the world with bright red fruit, used in a seemingly endless variety of dishes. Though some see it …
If you are growing a vegetable garden, you might already know that some crops might need extra nutrients to thrive. And you might have heard of gardeners adding lime to …
Growing a vegetable garden, tomatoes are among the most popular. They don’t require much care and can be easily grown from seed. But there are times when some people may …
Healthy and nutrient-rich soil are essential for plant life. It helps regulate moisture, provides nutrients, and supports the plant’s root system. But have you ever been in a situation where …
Standing tall and proud, pear trees bear tasty fruit with lush freshness. Nothing beats a juicy pear, and these trees are not only easy to grow but also make excellent …
The Blue Hubbard Squash is a winter heirloom plant that produces large, blue-skinned squash with an unusual shape. Botanical Name Cucurbita maxima Common Name Blue Hubbard Squash Plant Type Annual …
You’ve been tending your broccoli patch, ensuring it gets the right amount of water and sunlight. The florets have been growing steadily larger each day, and you can’t wait to …