In the Midwest, spring can be seen when trees start to bud, mud starts to smell as snow melts and mixes with soil, dandelions start to grow, and rhubarb season starts. Having a spring birthday, I think I have always been more in tune with the signs of spring. I’ve loved the new growth and … Read more
It would make me very wealthy if I could keep track of all the times someone said they hated brussels sprouts as a child but now love them. Bugs that feed on sap, like caterpillars, worms, and other small bugs, can’t get enough of cole crops. Luckily, brussels sprouts have the ability to grow big, … Read more
All our recommendations are reviewed by us independently. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links, Read our Ethics Statement to know more. Every person has something without which they cannot start their day. Some people want tea, some prefer a newspaper and some are a sucker for fruits. Once you dive … Read more
It’s called winter for a reason: you can’t grow all the things you could in the spring, summer, or even fall. For most plants, it is a time of dormancy and regrouping for the springtime to come. There are some options that are not only useful and easy, but also look great on the plate … Read more
Growing fresh tomatoes indoors may seem impossible, but with the right techniques and care it can be easy and rewarding! Windowsill gardening allows anyone, even those without an outdoor garden, to enjoy homegrown tomatoes year-round. Follow these simple steps to grow happy, healthy cherry tomatoes or even full-sized varieties inside your home. Choosing Your Tomato … Read more
Cauliflower is one of those vegetables that seems so easy to grow until it isn’t. You carefully tend to your plants watching the leaves fill out nicely, only to end up with no cauliflower heads to show for it. This frustrating outcome is all too common for home gardeners. Luckily, there are some key things … Read more
As summer approaches, plums make their brief but anticipated debut at farmers markets and grocery stores. But how do you pick the perfect ripe, sweet plums to enjoy fresh or bake into crisps and pies? Follow these simple tips for identifying plums at their peak flavor. 1. Look for Deep, Vibrant Color The skin color … Read more
If you’ve heard talk of mysterious “tree onions” you may be wondering – can onions really grow on trees?! The idea of finding onion bulbs sprouting from branches seems bizarre. However there is a unique type of onion that earns the name tree onion due to its unusual growth habit. Meet the Tree Onion The … Read more
As a home gardener, you know rain is vital for nourishing your plants. But when it comes to delicate fruits like tomatoes heavy downpours can actually cause more harm than good. So should you shield your tomato plants when rainstorms hit? Understanding the benefits and methods of covering tomatoes during rain can help safeguard your … Read more
Apricots are a type of stone fruit that look nearly identical to peaches, just on a smaller scale. With their soft fuzzy skin vibrant orange flesh, and large pit in the middle it’s easy to mistake apricots for tiny peaches. But while they may seem like miniature versions of everyone’s favorite summer fruit, apricots have … Read more