This week's podcast and corresponding article are all about succession planting in your vegetable garden - or more importantly, how to get the most out of your garden space! Succession planting is a great way to extend your growing season beyond one planting and one harvest each season. No matter where you are located, you …
When people think of "dill," they most likely think of a type of pickle - but when you include growing dill in your garden, there are many more benefits that go way beyond turning your cucumbers into a delicious treat! Dill is actually a leafy vegetable and in the same plant family as celery (Apiaceae). …
There's no doubt about it - there's just something so rewarding about directly sowing seeds into the soil and seeing beautiful annual flowers start to emerge and grow! Whether you are adding to your already established flowerbeds, or are looking to add some color and fragrance to your landscape, the four great annual flowers featured …
One of the most challenging tasks for any gardener is actually one of the easiest ones to perform. That task is the process of thinning out your seed crops after they germinate. If you plan on having a garden this year, your budget can start to add up quickly. Especially if you are purchasing your …
There's no doubt that the amazing beauty and unique fragrance of the genus dianthus make it a perfect choice for gardens and raised flowerbeds! Imagine walking through a garden and getting a subtle sweet but spicy scent that is similar to cinnamon and cloves. You find whatever flower might be putting off such a unique …
Spinach is a fast-growing, cool-weather loving, versatile kitchen vegetable that also happens to be one of the easiest of all garden plants to grow! Even better, it can be grown in either the spring or fall as long as the temperatures stay cool and pleasant. It makes for a perfect early spring crop because as …
Green onions are one of the easiest of crops in the garden to plant and grow from seed. Paired with their quick germination rate and short growing span, they are the perfect addition to any home garden. Especially when you consider they don't require a lot of space to grow! Due to their shallow root …
The sweet fragrance of rose blooms is the perfect addition to any garden. However, traditional roses can be a bit finicky to grow and maintain. That's why growing everblooming roses are an excellent alternative, and why they are known as the easy-care rose bush! Everblooming roses, also known as knock out roses, were created by …
Looking for a few safe ways to stop chipmunks from digging up your flowers and flowerbeds? Chipmunks are one of the cutest wild animals you can come across. However, when it comes to your garden and flowerbeds, they have the potential to cause massive destruction. Thankfully, there are a few great natural ways to stop …
Officially known as Calathea makoyana, a peacock plant is a beautiful evergreen perennial that is incredible to grow as a houseplant indoors. While it isn't the best choice for a novice grower, if you follow a few simple tips, you can grow and enjoy this stunning houseplant for many years to come! The peacock plant …
We can all admit that the last few years have been a bit . . . out of the ordinary to say the least! For gardeners, it might be in our best interest to prepare earlier than normal to start seeds indoors than we typically do. From a massive shortage of toilet paper to backlogs …
Your outdoor garden doesn't have to be the only place where you can grow items to use in your kitchen! We've put together a list of our eight favorite herbs you can successfully grow indoors all year long! Do you like to spend as much time in the kitchen as you do in the garden? …
If the fall and winter months have you feeling a little down and bored because your vegetable growing season has come to an end, don't fret! Using a cold frame might be just what you need! Cold frames are a great way to extend the length of your growing season when typical outdoor temperatures …
Crocus flowers are a great addition to any garden landscape. Their bright bell-shaped blooms help to welcome in the warmer spring weather. Follow these simple steps so you can learn how to grow crocus flowers and add them to your landscape. Crocuses are small flowers but they are mighty and easy to grow. They are …
Knowing how to grow hyacinth bulbs is a great way to add beauty and sweet fragrance to your garden spaces. Whether you plant them in containers or directly in the soil, they are a great addition and companion to other spring-blooming flowers. Hyacinth plants produce one spiky, upright bloom each year. The blooms feature multiple …
Planting and growing ornamental cabbage and kale in your landscape is a great way to add beautiful colors during the fall months. While most plants are grown for beautiful flowers, the foliage is what really stands out for these two plants. Both feature multiple variants of green foliage with beautiful rosettes in the center. They …
Now that the weather is starting to cool off and the daylight is getting shorter, it's time to start thinking about dividing, re-potting, and keeping your ferns over the winter this year! Ferns are shade-loving plants that make a great addition to areas on your property that are hidden in the shadows. Places like under …
Marigolds are known for their fiery hues of oranges, reds, and yellows, but that isn't the only aspect that makes them a great annual to know how to grow! They have a high tolerance to heat and drought, are typically deer and rabbit resistant, and make great companion plants. In addition, they are incredibly easy …
Most gardeners add color to their garden and landscape areas with the use of flowers. However, once you learn how to grow coleus properly, you can use this stunning plant as a great alternative to having only flowers. Let this easy-to-grow plant's foliage provide beautiful colors to your landscape for a change! This once staple …
Snapdragons are one of the most interesting and versatile flowers that you can grow. Not only do they come in almost every color of the rainbow, but this cool-weather-loving plant's unique blooms make them a great addition to your property. All you need is a few simple tips and you'll know how to grow snapdragons …
Zinnias are one of the easiest annual flowers to grow on your property! Not only do they come in a variety of colors and styles, but their bright blooms will keep coming again and again when you know how to grow zinnias properly. In addition, they make excellent cut flowers, too. These beautiful flowers can …
Coneflowers, also known as Echinacea, are a great addition to any landscape and property! Since they are native to Eastern North America, Coneflowers can handle about any growing condition, including the hot and dry conditions that summer can sometimes throw at plants! Once you learn just how to grow coneflowers, you can enjoy planting them …
Nothing says summertime quite like a big, bright yellow sunflower bloom! You can't help but smile when you see those large, daisy-like heads pointing toward the sun. It's like a little bit of sunshine and happiness in your own garden. If you haven't considered growing sunflowers for yourself, then you really should. We'll walk you …
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Hit the play button below to listen to this weeks episode : How To Grow Vegetables In 5 Gallon Buckets - Anywhere! Below you will also find our show notes along with references and links from the article. Be sure to check out all of our past episodes on the website at SIMPLE LIFE GARDEN …