My grandparents were from the neighboring towns of Decollatura and Soveria Mannelli in Calabria. This is my “Mezzina” fig tree – my favorite out of a few varieties I grow. Damiano Mezzina, my wife Maria’s grandfather, took a cutting from his brother Corrado’s tree in NJ 13 years ago, which is where it all began. … Read more
As a professional kitchen gardener, I saw a lot of marigolds in all the vegetable gardens. They are not only beautiful, but they are also very useful. Marigolds deserve a place in any vegetable garden. They are ideal to grow with vegetables for multiple reasons. Marigolds not only look great, but they can also be … Read more
There are several things that could cause a tree’s leaves to turn yellow or fall off in the summer. Sometimes, it’s perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. But most of the time, insects or diseases, environmental factors, or things you’ve done (or not done!) to your tree can cause its leaves to turn yellow … Read more
Evening primrose relates to several plants in the Oenothera genus. There are many kinds of this plant around the world, but the most common one in the UK is Oenothera biennis, a North American biennial plant that has spread here. Pollinators that fly at night, like moths, are drawn to its big, bowl-shaped, light yellow … Read more
Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2024. It’s easy, fun, and free to try! Subhead. As a gardener you know to keep an eye out for common garden pests that can damage your plants. But catching an infestation early is key before the bugs hatch and spread. One of … Read more