Radish are a good choice for indoor growers for a number of reasons, including the fact that they are easy to grow and don’t have very complicated needs. If you have the right indoor growing space and enough light, you should be able to grow radishes successfully indoors. If you are a beginner grower looking … Read more
There’s nothing better than being able to grab a peach or apple from your tree right outside your back door and eat it right away. To have a healthy tree and get good fruit production, planting your trees properly is an essential step. You may also need to move a tree to make room for … Read more
Apples, bananas, and berries may be the fruits you eat every day, but there are many more that taste great and are good for you in amazing ways. Whether you eat pomegranates every day or have never had one, you should know that they can help or stop a number of long-term illnesses. Follow along … Read more
I love plants. I have a BSc. in Turf and Landscape Horticulture, an MSc. in Crop Production, and a Ph. D. in Crop Science, as well as over 20 years of experience in landscaping, gardening, horticulture, and agriculture. Taking care of the soil has been the main focus of my career because healthy plants grow … Read more
Since sweet potatoes are becoming more popular, it’s time to talk about how to grow this plant in a bucket. This article will tell you everything you need to know to start growing your own sweet potatoes in 20-gallon buckets, from where to buy your first seed potato to how to harvest a huge crop … Read more
Although turnips don’t have a fancy name, small, young ones with their green, leafy tops are actually very tasty. They’re one of the easier Brassica family plants to grow, and you can pick them whenever you need to during the winter. They’re delicious simply cooked as a side vegetable, roasted or added to winter stews. … Read more
We all plant roses for the blooms. Coming across thorny bushes in the garden while hoping to smell and see beautiful roses is the worst thing that can happen. Roses are durable perennials and usually healthy once well-established. But the weather, the state of your garden, soil amendments, and pest and disease problems can affect … Read more
Growing watermelons in containers is a great way to enjoy this sweet summertime treat even if you only have a small space like a patio, balcony or rooftop. With the right containers, soil, seeds and care, you can harvest ripe watermelons from pots right outside your backdoor! Choosing the Right Container The most important thing … Read more
Loropetalum (Loropetalum chinense) is a versatile and attractive evergreen shrub. It grows fast and can be used in many different ways in the landscape. The species plant has dark green leaves and lots of white flowers, but cultivars offer a huge range of colors. You can find loropetalum with foliage and flowers in eye-popping shades. … Read more
One of summer’s finest fruits is the pear. These pomes are one of the few fruits that are best when picked under-ripe. Pear tree harvest times will vary according to the variety. The early varieties are ready up to a month sooner than late-blooming types. It is better to pick them when they are still … Read more