There’s always something new to learn about gardening! If you have questions about how to harden off your seedlings or what to do with old garden soil, you’re in the right place.
The concept of urban gardening is simple. Use whatever space you have available to grow whatever plants you want. The practice lends itself well to small-space gardening using balconies, rooftop gardens, windowsills and can extend to community gardens. In terms of growing your own fruits, veg, and herbs, the main benefit is reduced food miles….
Plugging seedlings into ground soil without gradually acclimating them to the very diverse changes in their growing conditions will most likely result in transplant shock. Hardening off seedlings is the gardeners’ lingo for toughening your plant up to cope with all-weathers. When to start How to tell the difference between seed leaves and true leaves?…
At first glance, gardening doesn’t seem like that much of a workout. You just plant your seeds and water them every once in a while, right? Well, you know what they say: Looks can be deceiving. If you delve deep into gardening, you’ll know it’s more physically demanding than it looks. How physically demanding? That’s…
Edible flowers can take your dishes to the next level, whether incorporated into recipes or used for garnish. They not only improve flavor but also the way your food looks. But how do you add them to your foods perfectly? Read on to find out! Edible Flowers Are Countless, But Here Are My Favorites The…
Rather than heading to the fridge to grab a couple of zucchini for your soup recipe, imagine strolling to your patio and picking them from your raised bed supermarket garden. You can go about this in several ways. It all depends on the number of raised beds you have and which fruits and vegetables you…
Are you tired of having even the most basic needs of fruits and vegetables sold to you at 10 times their price? Do you have a backyard that’s just…sitting there? Why not grow your own food, acquire a new habit, and save money—all at the same time? In this guide, I’ll teach you the basics…
Did you know you can have an endless supply of crisp, flavorful herbs and greens at home? Before you say, “But I don’t have a yard,” hear me out. Vertical gardening is perfect for anyone with limited space, even if you just have a sunny windowsill or balcony. And it’s crazy-easy to get started with…
Did you know you can task your plants to look out for each other? That’s right! You don’t have to do as much when your garden can work as a team. Companion planting is like creating a little plant community where each one brings something to the table—literally! By matching certain plants in your raised…
A vibrant, flourishing garden begins with the soil–the foundation upon which all plant life thrives. A healthy soil acts as the ecosystem that supports the growth and vitality of your plants. As such, whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you must maintain a healthy soil at most, if not all times. This guide will…
So, you want to grow your own food? Bold! You buy the plants you want to grow, make room for them in your garden, and start the transplant process. That’s all nice and dandy, but before you do that, have you considered that your plant may not be ready to live outdoors? Now you’re wondering:…