Always wanted to grow and eat your own fresh strawberries but don't have the dedicated space to grow them in the ground? Then growing loads of fresh strawberries in pots and containers is the perfect solution! When you grow in pots and containers, you can enjoy the flexibility of growing fresh fruit almost anywhere. A …
One of the most important things you can do to help your blueberry bushes to stay healthy, strong - and produce a bigger harvest of blueberries is to fertilize them in just the right way, with just the right dose of nutrients. But when powering up blueberry bushes, it's not as simple as putting down …
When it comes to the perfect way to plant and grow asparagus for years of incredibly delicious harvests - it's hard to beat using the simple trench planting method. It makes planting and growing asparagus a breeze - all while helping to develop healthy, strong roots that can deliver mountains of fresh asparagus spears for …
Did you know that you can grow your own beautiful ginger plant indoors with ease - and enjoy the amazing taste and flavor of this incredibly healthy herb whenever you want, the whole year round? Fresh ginger is perfect for adding deep, warming flavor to teas, soups, desserts and all kinds of dishes. But the …
Did you know that one of the best ways to protect and power your strawberries at the same time this fall is with pine needles? If you have pine trees growing on your property, then you know just how abundant pine needles can be this time of year. Every fall, evergreen trees start to drop …
Looking for a few tips and tricks to get your blueberry bushes ready for the long winter ahead - and for a bigger and better harvest next summer? Fall is actually a very important time for blueberry bushes. Although they might not be producing by late summer and early fall, they are already beginning to …
If you are looking for the best time to plant your apple trees this year, there's no better time than the fall. In fact, it's actually the perfect time to plant a wide variety of all kinds of delicious fruit trees! Even though most annuals, perennials, bushes and trees are on their way out or …
Believe it or not, what you do with your blackberry and raspberry plants in the fall can not only help them survive the upcoming winter, but also make a huge difference in their health and productivity next year! Blackberry and raspberry bushes are two of the easiest perennial fruits to grow. Once established, they can …
Wondering what to do with all those strawberry runners that seem to sprout everywhere from your plants during the summer months? Not only can strawberry runners be turned into new plants with ease - they can also be perfect for replacing older strawberry plants that are starting to decline - and all without having to …
Want to grow bigger and juicier strawberries than ever this year - and not end up harvesting tiny berries with little to no flavor? Anyone who plants or grows strawberries knows the incredible anticipation a new growing season brings. That this might finally be the year that those strawberry plants actually take off and produce …
If you are looking to plant and grow an amazing crop of blackberries but hate all of the scratches and cuts that result from their sharp thorns, then you need to try growing thornless blackberries. These plants have all the wonderful benefits of traditional blackberries - but without all the pain from piercing thorns! Blackberries …
Did you know that winter is the best time of all to prune your grapes to prepare them for an amazing summer harvest next year? One thing is for sure, whether you're just starting out growing grape vines or already have older vines on your property, pruning is an essential part for keeping grapes healthy …
If you are looking to add a source of lasting fruit to your landscape this year, spring is a great time to do it by planting a few fruit trees in your yard! Nothing else really compares to walking out to your own backyard to pick a fresh, juicy peach, apple or cherry off of …
Rosemary is an aromatic herb commonly used in savory dishes, but did you know there are many benefits of growing rosemary that go beyond the kitchen? Most people associate rosemary with cooking dishes such as roasted meats, pasta sauces, pizzas, and other sauces and vinaigrettes. You can also enjoy the flavor and aroma of rosemary …
Now that you've had a summer full of harvesting, it's time to learn how to grow and harvest fresh oregano indoors in the middle of winter! Just because fall has arrived and the weather is starting to cool off doesn't mean you have to be done enjoying freshly picked herbs like oregano, thyme, or rosemary. …
Is there a natural way to stop ground moles from ruining your yard and garden space? Moles actually aren't herbivores at all but are in fact insectivores. So how can they cause so much damage to lawns and the plants growing in them if they aren't actually eating the plants? While they don't actually consume …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast are all about growing your very own strawberry crop in your backyard - whether planting in a traditional garden, raised beds, or even pots and containers. Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits of all to grow at home. The super sweet berries are perfect for …
This week's how-to garden article and corresponding podcast is all about the secrets to growing asparagus. When you plant and grow asparagus, you are creating a wondrous food source for years to come! Asparagus grows as a perennial, unlike traditional garden crops such as cucumbers, peppers or tomatoes. In fact, once established, asparagus provides an …