October Garden Tips: Time For Fall Gardening
October is the transition between a world of brilliant red and gold falling leaves to bare branches and pumpkin-spiced lattes. Like September, it’s a busy time in the garden. Doing a few things now will help keep the garden cozy during winter’s frosty cold so we can once again enjoy stunning colors and edible goodness […]
How To Harvest And Store Milkweed Seeds
When I was a kid, I loved opening milkweed seed pods, separating the silky white fibers, and watching them float through the air. I thought it was fun; little did I know I was helping milkweed propagate! Today, it’s more important than ever to save and spread milkweed seeds. Although humble in appearance, milkweed is […]
Comfrey In The Garden: A Powerful Medicinal Weed
Comfrey is not typically found in floral gardens as it is not necessarily an attractive or colorful plant. Although humble in appearance, common comfrey is a must-have for the medicinal grower and offers several health benefits. Fast-spreading and reaching nearly four feet in height, comfrey is therapeutic to both human beings and the garden! A […]