It’s difficult to tell what’s happening to your carrots, since most of their growing is done underground. That’s why gardeners often feel a little confused about when to start pulling them up. After all, you can’t put a carrot back in the ground to continue growing! Once it’s out, it’s out. There are a few…
Pepino melons are native to South America, but not particularly well-known outside of the area. Sweet and mild, the fruits are typically avocado size or larger and have a refreshing cucumber-like texture. They’re difficult to find in stores, so if you want to taste one you’ll probably need to grow it, yourself. More gardeners are…
A hose shut off valve is a super useful attachment for your hose and can make your life so much easier. It also allows you to use your hose in many different ways and situations. One of the most convenient locations to connect the shut off valve is at the end of the hose away…
Fennel is a wonderfully aromatic herb with a distinct anise scent and flavor. Depending on which type you grow, it can also be harvested as a vegetable that is delicious roasted, cooked in soup, or added to raw dishes. Fennel is easy to grow and prefers cool weather. It will draw in beneficial pollinators, including…
Borage is a versatile and easy to grow herb, even if you don’t think you have a green thumb. This edible herb doubles as a beautiful flower and is one of the most low maintenance plants you will find. Of course, getting the planting conditions right and doing a few simple care tasks is important…
Tomatoes are one of the most loved vegetables (or, botanically speaking, fruits) in the summer garden. They aren’t hard to grow, but if you are dreaming of getting a bumper crop of beautifully ripe tomatoes, you’ll need to make sure your plants are healthy and happy. Spacing may seem like a minor issue, but it’s…
Jalapeños are a summer favorite with gardeners everywhere. They add a bit of spice to a dish, but aren’t overwhelming like some of the spicier peppers. In the garden, jalapeños grow much like any other pepper. They love heat and sunshine and grow easily both in the ground and in containers. You can usually look…
Sunflowers may just be the brightest and most cheerful flowers of summer. Their huge golden heads follow the path of the sun throughout the day, attract pollinators, and simply look beautiful. As one of my mom’s neighbors told her “Your sunflowers are so cheerful! I love driving by and seeing them.” Sunflowers are much more…
Turmeric has become a well-known superfood in recent years. Most often used as a yellow-orange powder, the fresh rhizome can also be used and chopped or grated much like ginger root. Of course, this leads to both gardeners and wellness enthusiasts wondering whether turmeric can be grown at home. The short answer is: Yes! Turmeric…
Sweet corn is a classic summer vegetable. It takes some patience to wait for the ears to become perfectly ripe for harvest, but there’s nothing like freshly picked and cooked corn eaten straight off the cob. Of course, it can be a little tricky to know when corn is at its peak and ready to…