As summer fades and the air turns crisp, many gardeners assume the planting season is winding down. In reality, fall is one of the best times to put new plants in the ground. Experts from NC State University agree that cooler weather, warm soil, and … [Read more...]
Managing the Garden in Extreme Heat
When a summer heat wave arrives, it can be stressful for plants and gardeners alike. The plants of your landscape will require a little more TLC to make it through periods of extreme heat. Read More: SOURCE: … [Read more...]
Heat Stroke: Protect Yourself in the Garden this Summer!
Woah! Who turned up the heat? It seems with temperatures consistently reaching into the upper 90’s, that summer started early and intends to be l-o-n-g! This doesn’t mean we can’t keep gardening, but it does mean that we need to take extra … [Read more...]
Seed Saving Basics
For longtime gardeners, saving seeds from their plants may be a family tradition. For new gardeners, it may only be a matter of time until they wonder if they can save the seeds forming in their vegetables and flowers to grow next year's garden. … [Read more...]
Time to think about fall planting!
What can I grow in fall? All of the same plants you grew in spring, but likely better! Anything in the cabbage family–broccoli, cauliflower, kale, collards, kohlrabi, radishes, turnips, mustard, arugula, bok choy, other Asian greens, etc. etc.–plus … [Read more...]
Companion Planting in Gardening
Companion Planting is defined as the art of growing plants in proximity to each other because of their ability to enhance or complement the other's growth or attract beneficial insects or repel insect pests. Companion planting is used by farmers and … [Read more...]
From the Ground Up: Building Raised Garden Beds
Perfect Peas: How to Select and Grow the Best Varieties for Garden-to-Table Meals
Ahhh…you know spring is in full swing when the first sweet, tender peas dangle prettily in the garden. Go ahead: gently pull that first pod from the vine and pop it in your mouth. There’s nothing nicer than savoring the rewards of your work, snacking … [Read more...]
How to Grow Potatoes in Containers in 8 Simple Steps
There are several advantages to growing potatoes in containers rather than in the ground. Container planting saves space in small gardens, makes it easier to control growing conditions, and protects the plants from critters such as voles that love to … [Read more...]
It’s Time to Begin Your Winter Pruning!
With the holidays in the rear-view mirror, now is the time to start thinking about getting back outside into your garden. No, not just to shovel snow or refill the birdfeeders…but rather for some winter pruning! Read more: SOURCE: … [Read more...]