One of the most exciting parts of mushroom cultivation is spotting those first tiny pins forming on your substrate. The appearance of pins signals the beginning of the fruiting stage. But how long after you see initial pins can you expect your mushrooms to be ready for harvesting? The timeline from initial pinning to mature … Read more
Trillium wildflowers are a sight to behold not only in their native habitat but also in the garden. These early spring bloomers are native to temperate areas of North America and Asia. They are easy to spot because they have a whorl of three leaves and big flowers. The name comes from the fact that … Read more
Green-thumb fans, welcome! Have you ever thought about growing vegetables in pots? It’s a great way to garden, especially for people who are new to gardening. It’s ideal for city dwellers who may not have a backyard or those with limited space. You can move your pots around to get the most sun or get … Read more
If you grew daffodils in containers this spring, you likely enjoyed their cheerful yellow trumpets lighting up your patio or deck But now that these spring bulbs have finished flowering, you may be wondering what to do with the pots. While daffodils can rebloom in subsequent years, they require some special care over summer and … Read more
Even though it seems like a long way off, now is the time to plant tulips, crocuses, and other spring flowers. You can plant bulbs in the garden or in containers so that you can add color to your front door, deck, or patio right when you need it most in the spring. The best … Read more
Growing sunflowers in your landscape provides big yellow blooms that simply shout summer. Birds love the seeds on the mature plants, so you can use it as part of a garden plot that you plant to get birds, bees, and other pollinators. Do sunflowers transplant well though and should you move them at all? Read … Read more
Usually, you only need to store dried chili peppers (like chipotle, ancho, or another type) if you have a lot more than you can use in a few months. It is true that drying peppers makes them last longer because they don’t go bad as quickly, but if you don’t store them properly, they can … Read more
Forcing hyacinth bulbs to bloom early indoors is a rewarding winter project that can brighten up your home with beautiful colors and fragrances during the cold weather months. With just a little bit of effort, you can have gorgeous hyacinth blooms as early as January or February when there’s still snow on the ground outside. … Read more
Fall is a fantastic time to plant ornamental grasses With the cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, grasses planted in autumn will establish roots before winter dormancy sets in Come spring, they’ll be ready to thrive. Why Fall is an Ideal Time to Plant Grasses There are several key reasons why planting ornamental grasses in fall … Read more
When cultivating mushrooms at home, providing the right lighting is crucial for healthy growth and maximum yields. But with so many lighting options available today it can be confusing to determine what is truly the best light source for mushroom cultivation. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll compare the most popular lighting technologies used by mushroom … Read more