Bell peppers are colorful, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to grow with the right timing, warmth, and care. Start seeds indoors, transplant after warm nights arrive, and keep plants well-fed and supported for a vibrant, productive harvest all season long. With a little patience and the right soil, you’ll enjoy crisp, garden-fresh peppers in a rainbow of colors.
Read MoreChoosing between determinate and indeterminate tomatoes can make all the difference in your garden’s success. Determinate varieties are compact, low-maintenance, and perfect for small spaces or bulk harvesting, while indeterminate types offer continuous fruit all season long with a bit more care. Whether you're canning sauces or enjoying fresh tomatoes daily, mixing both types ensures a flavorful, abundant harvest tailored to your growing space.
Read MoreLooking to supercharge your raised garden bed naturally? Turn that old tree stump into nutrient-rich soil with hügelkultur, a centuries-old gardening method that transforms wood and yard waste into a thriving, moisture-retaining ecosystem. It’s an easy, eco-friendly way to recycle natural materials, boost soil health, and grow lush, productive plants—all while reducing garden waste.
Read MoreDiscover the best raised bed garden layout for your space and goals! Whether you have a small yard or a spacious garden, find the perfect setup—rows, twin beds, courtyard designs, and more. Learn how to choose the right location, optimize sunlight, and improve soil quality for a thriving garden!
Read MoreDiscover the worst times to water indoor and outdoor plants and the science behind it. Avoid midday watering to prevent evaporation and leaf scorch, and steer clear of winter watering to protect roots from freezing. Learn why nighttime watering harms indoor plants and how seasonal changes impact hydration needs. Get expert-backed strategies for proper watering, including morning irrigation, deep watering techniques, and soil moisture assessment.
Read MorePrune your trees in March to ensure a healthy, thriving garden this spring. This essential guide highlights key trees to prune, including crabapple, dogwood, fig, hawthorn, holly, mountain ash, and oak, with expert tips on removing dead or diseased branches, trimming overcrowded limbs, and shaping for better growth.
Read MoreEnhancing your garden's productivity hinges on fostering soil health and biodiversity. Integrate a variety of vegetable families, utilize cover crops, rotate your plantings, and prioritize organic compost and fertilizers to create a sustainable and thriving garden ecosystem.
Read MoreAll it takes is one sweet home-grown strawberry to understand - the fresher the produce, the better the flavor! Home-grown strawberries can taste much sweeter than those you buy in the store, learn how to grown strawberries with our recent blog post.
Read MoreWhen choosing companion plants for your prized summer star, the mighty tomato, careful consideration can ensure a bountiful harvest. Some plants compete with tomatoes for soil nutrients, learn more in our recent tomato deep dive!
Read MoreWorm castings are the excrement or waste product of the worm. The technical term for worm castings is vermicompost, where “vermi” means worm, and “compost” refers to the decomposition of the organic matter the worms eat. The organic matter (such as yard waste and kitchen scraps) that the worms like to chow down on is made up of the macronutrients and micronutrients that plants need in order to grow…
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