We guarantee that your plants and trees will arrive Happy and Healthy. Call us within 5 days if you’re not happy with your order and we’ll do our best to make things right! Plants are living things that need care and food to get used to their new homes. This guarantee does not cover neglect … Read more
Yucca is a genus of over 40 perennial plants, shrubs, and trees. A few are grown as houseplants, including Yucca gigantea (also known as Y. guatemalensis and Y. elephantipes) and the Yucca aloifolia. Yuccas are native to the American Southwest, Mexico, and the Caribbean. They look like agave or dragon plants, which makes them visually … Read more
Growing tomatoes in pots is perfect for small-space gardens like patios or balconies. “Can I grow that in a pot?” is one of the gardening questions I get asked most often. The answer is always “yes” for tomatoes! The Top 10 Best Tomato Varieties for Growing in Pots Tomatoes are a beloved crop for container … Read more
Wondering how to grow cucamelons? You’ve come to the right place. Cucamelons may look like a mouse-sized watermelon, but they taste like a cucumber with a citrus kick. In Mexico, a cucumber is called “sandía de raton,” which means “watermelon for a mouse.” It is also known as the Mexican Sour Gherkin and the Mouse … Read more
Squash is a popular vegetable for home gardeners in Colorado to grow. But knowing exactly when to direct seed or transplant squash can be tricky with our state’s fickle weather. With proper timing, you can maximize your yields of delicious summer and winter squash varieties. An Overview of Squash Types There are a few main … Read more
Romanesco is an eye-catching, chartreuse-colored variant of cauliflower that offers a buttery, nutty taste and texture. Its fractal, spiral shaped florets make it one of the most visually stunning vegetables you can add to your plate. If you’re looking to try this vegetable for the first time or find the best source for fresh romanesco … Read more
As an annual, Nasturtium can be grown for its pretty flowers, leaves, and climbing stems. It can also be eaten. Both the flowers and leaves of the nasturtium are tasty eaten raw and fresh. Harvesting nasturtium plants as food is easy, as long as you know a few simple tips. With their vibrant blooms and … Read more
The La Roma tomato is one of the most popular paste tomato varieties grown in home gardens. With its oblong shape and meaty flesh with few seeds, it’s ideal for making tomato sauce, salsa, and other cooked tomato products. But one thing that confuses many gardeners is whether La Roma is a determinate or indeterminate … Read more
How many years will you have to wait before you can eat figs from a tree you planted this year? This question can be hard to answer, just like the one about how hardy fig trees are in cold climates. We’ll do our best, though, and share what we know about some types that grow … Read more
Planting onions using seedlings is the only way to go in my humble opinion. Let’s talk about why! Onion transplants are a great way to get a head start on growing big, healthy onions. Buying transplants instead of seeds allows you to skip the indoor growing stage and go straight to planting outside. With the … Read more