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As any rhubarb lover knows, this hearty perennial produces tangy stalks perfect for pies, jams, and more But without the right care and feeding, your rhubarb patch may not thrive and reach its full potential. When it comes to fertilizing rhubarb organically, you have options to provide this heavy feeding plant the diet it craves. … Read more
As a proud plant parent, noticing unusual spots, splotches, or speckles on your African violet’s leaves can be alarming. But don’t panic – those ghostly white blotches are most likely a common fungal issue called powdery mildew, not a sign of impending doom for your precious plant baby. With some detective work and proactive care, … Read more
If you keep plants in a hard–sided container for too long, their roots will circle around and cause damage. This guide will help you take care of your container trees so that this doesn’t happen. In Part 1, you’ll learn how to find the root flare prior to planting the tree. In Part 2, you’ll … Read more
You have to be careful when cleaning soft fruits like blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, red currants, and gooseberries so that you don’t hurt the fruit. Broken or bruised fruit won’t keep as long or as well, and if you’re making jams or wine, they could have wild yeast or bacteria that will turn the whole batch … Read more
Have you spotted those eye-catching purple basil plants at the nursery or farmer’s market? If you’re wondering whether you can eat purple basil the answer is a definite yes! This colorful herb offers both visual appeal for your garden and culinary versatility in the kitchen. Is Purple Basil Edible? Purple basil is just as edible … Read more
The Rusty Stone is a quaint little artisans store located in Northfield, Ohio. The Rusty Stone specializes in unique and personalized stone gifts. We create engraved and carved stones at an affordable price. Choose from address stones, name stones, memorial stones, and pet memorials. We carve every stone with care and use real stone sourced … Read more
As an avid gardener keeping my pruning tools in top shape is a top priority. Dull blades make pruning tasks much harder and can damage plants. That’s why I never head out to prune without ensuring my bypass pruner blades are honed to a razor-sharp edge. In this article, I’ll provide a complete guide to … Read more
If you use coriander or cilantro seed for cooking you know spices can be expensive, especially organic. Coriander is the easiest spice to grow, which is good news! Today I’m going to talk about how I quickly pick coriander from my garden, how to tell when it’s ready, and how to dry, store, and use … Read more
Cilantro, also known as coriander, is a popular culinary herb recognized for its bright, citrusy flavor. However, cilantro has some look-alike weeds that can easily be mistaken for the real thing. These imposters can quickly take over your garden if left unchecked. This article will go over how to identify weeds that resemble cilantro and … Read more
This post answers some of the most common questions about how to grow pomegranates successfully. These questions include how to plant and care for pomegranates, how to eat them, and what to do about leaf-footed bugs and fruit that is dry or rotten. I’ve partnered with Kellogg Garden to bring you this post about how … Read more