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5 Garden Myths Busted

Jesse Singer

Human beings love myths, words of wisdom that we believe, but no one knows if they’re true. There are so many “myths” out there that the Discovery Channel made a show out of testing them for 14 seasons! I’m not sure if the Mythbusters ever covered any of these, but here are five gardening myths…

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Orchid Care: Top 5 Ways To Keep Them Happy

With over 880 different types and over 22,000 species, orchids are among the most diverse flowering plant families. However, there are only several dozen hybrid species widely produced and available at local nurseries and florists.  Orchids, including Moth orchids, Dendrobium orchids, Paphiopedilum orchids, Oncidium orchids, Vanda orchids, and Cambria hybrid orchids are all easy to…
August 12, 2020
Rich Hamilton

What To Plant In A Square Foot Garden

In my last post about square foot gardening, I gave you a quick guide to this 40-year-old technique. We talked about what it is, the basics of getting started, and the value/efficiency of choosing square foot gardening over classic row gardens. But what about planting in your square foot garden? Here’s a quick guide to…
August 7, 2020
Jesse Singer

How To Deal With Blossom-End Rot On Fruit And Veggie Crops

There’s nothing more frustrating as a gardener than to watch the fruits of your labor emerge with a bad case of blossom-end rot. Unfortunately, that has been the case with a couple of my tomato and squash plants this year. Why is it happening, and how do you fix it? What Is Blossom-End Rot? Blossom-end…
August 5, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Suspicious Seed Packets Turning Up In North American Mailboxes

Suspicious seeds are turning up in mailboxes across North America, and officials in Canada and U.S. are begging people not to plant them. Like most people, I get plenty of random things in the mail. Holiday greeting cards from politicians, requests for donations from local religious groups, and offers to evaluate my home from realtors.…
July 31, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

A Quick Guide To Square Foot Gardening

You may have heard of square foot gardening but haven’t had the time to dig into it and see what it’s all about. It can also be a little intimidating, as there is a lot of information out there about the practice.  Mel Bartholomew – a retired engineer and efficiency expert – invented the concept…
July 29, 2020
Jesse Singer

How To Get Rid Of Aphids On Your Plants Naturally

They say observation is critical to any successful garden. Watching your plants grow will help you learn how they respond to various techniques and environmental conditions. It’ll also help you get ahead of pests and diseases. Critters like aphids, for example. The other morning as I enjoyed my coffee in the greenhouse, I noticed tiny…
July 24, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

A 101 Guide To Repotting Houseplants

Houseplants require occasional repotting to keep them healthy. Here’s a quick crash course on how to do it efficiently so that your plant goes on to flourish.  When To Repot Can you see exposed roots at the top or bottom of the pot? That’s a good sign it’s time to upgrade the plant’s home. Wilting…
July 22, 2020
Rich Hamilton

How To Grow Vintage Veggies At Home

Do you dream about your grandmother’s vegetable garden? If you are a lover of all things vintage, then consider growing ancient fruits and vegetables! These old cultivars will add pops of color to the unique, farm-fresh meals you cook.
July 20, 2020
Albert Mondor

How To Prune And Stake Zucchini Plants

A zucchini plant is a lazy gardener’s crop. For very little work, the payout (AKA the yield) is enormous, and nothing beats the taste of one fresh out of the garden. But it turns out I may have been a little too lazy growing this crop in past years and that zucchini plants can benefit…
July 17, 2020
Catherine Sherriffs

Plants You Can Grow In Just Water

Do you have a container and some water? Great. You now have pretty much all you need to start growing some plants in your home. What about the dirt, you ask? Well, for the plants I am going to tell you about, the soil isn’t needed! It may take a little longer than using old…
July 15, 2020
Jesse Singer

An Expert Guide To Growing Food In Small Spaces

With more people concerned about their health and food security, many are now prioritizing growing a food garden in urban spaces. There’s increased interest in small space gardening for many reasons: to be more self-reliant and sustainable, have greater control over the source and quality of food, and reliable access to fresh ingredients. 
July 13, 2020
Anne Gibson