Potatoes are a versatile nutritious crop that can be grown in home gardens across many regions. And adequate sunlight is crucial for growing hearty productive potato plants. But do potatoes really need full sun all day long? Or can they still thrive with some shade? When planning where to plant your spuds this season, it’s … Read more
Most interior gardeners are familiar with the charismatic spider plant. This classic houseplant produces numerous dangling clusters of leaves, resembling parachuting baby spiders. If you notice that your spider plant isn’t making babies like these, it could be because it’s too young or because of things like lighting. Please don’t worry; these spider plant issues … Read more
You’ve harvested the last of your squash, beans, and tomatoes. And now you are thinking about your more cold hardy crops. You may have heard that you can keep carrots in the ground all winter. If so, here are some tips on how to do it right. Putting them away in the garden isn’t the … Read more
Pineapples you grow yourself—even if they are smaller—are much tastier than the pineapple you buy. Some people might be surprised to learn that you can grow a pineapple at home from one you buy at the store or farmers market. If youre looking for a fun gardening project (with a sweet payoff!), this might just … Read more
I have a blueberry plant in a big container which isnt sprouting any leaves yet this year. It should be sprouting already shouldnt it? (zone 6, NY). It got a little colored after winter, but I don’t think it got as much colored as it should have. Should this plant have leaves already? Im in … Read more
As any garlic lover knows, cooking with fresh garlic bulbs can add incredible flavor to dishes. But what if you want to grow your own garlic from seeds – can you eat those seed cloves too? The short answer is yes, you can absolutely eat garlic grown for seed purposes. However there are some notable … Read more
Weeds are unwanted plants that grow in your yard, garden, or farm. Some weeds can be particularly aggressive and can choke out the plants that want to grow. Weeds create a messy garden, and many can be difficult to remove. In your garden, you may have found some weeds with leaves that look like hearts. … Read more
As a gardener and rose enthusiast I know the sorrow of seeing a beloved rose bush start to deteriorate. The first sign is usually wilted or discolored leaves followed by dried buds and withered blooms. It pains me to see a once-vibrant bush reduced to bare stems with thorns. But take heart! Dead rose bushes … Read more
To learn the secret of growing sunflowers to record-breaking sizes and heights, I turned to Dr. Tom Heaton, the worlds foremost sunflower breeder and Renees Garden sunflower seed supplier. Tom has been breeding sunflowers for 30 years and has changed the market by bringing a huge number of new shapes and colors to the seed … Read more
With its fresh, bright citrus flavor, lemongrass is a great herb to add to both culinary dishes and beverages. The tropical grass also makes an attractive addition to gardens and container plantings. But where can you purchase lemongrass plants? Here are some top options for buying lemongrass plants for your home. Order Online The easiest … Read more