A lot of gardeners may have heard of the term “groundcover” but may be unfamiliar with its purpose or how to actually establish and grow one. Groundcovers in their simplest form are...
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It may be cold outside but I have a project that could be fun for you and your entire family. Did you know that you can grow your own tropical houseplant from foods that you may have in your house...
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I don’t know about you but at the end of a long day in the garden or after work it’s hard to beat a leisurely soaking in a nice hot bath. I find it to be a great way to decompress but...
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One of the things that I enjoy about gardening indoors is trying to take what you might see outside and recreate it inside. I find that it is equally fun to grow plants that are not indigenous to...
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All homeowners can find room for a few hanging containers, but many are scared off by the cost of the containers they see in garden centers, home improvement stores, and supermarkets....
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I know that envy is considered one of the “7 deadly sins” but I can’t help but be jealous of those who live in places like Southern California or Florida right now. While...
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Cannas, dahlias and gladiolus have been mainstays of gardens throughout the United States for decades. Those gardeners who live in USDA zones 8 through 11 can allow these frost sensitive plants to...
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The last decade has seen a significant increase in interest surrounding community gardens and farmers markets. The American Community Gardening Association indicates that there are over 5,000...
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