Before you throw away those vegetable cuttings and scraps from your kitchen, consider this: with a little bit of know-how and minimal effort, you can turn them into a thriving garden that provides you with fresh, free produce. In the United States alone, food waste is estimated to be between 30-40 percent1 of the food … Read more
Gardening has exploded in popularity in recent years. A recent report revealed that gardening has blossomed into one of America’s favorite pastimes, with over half of all households tending to their own green spaces. That’s an impressive 71.5 million households, or over 185 million people.1 If you’re one of these gardening enthusiasts, whether you’re a … Read more
Planting certain vegetables in July can set you up for a thriving winter garden. July is an ideal month for planting various hardy vegetables that flourish in cooler temperatures and even improve in flavor after a frost.1 As summer crops begin to wind down, filling your garden with winter-hardy vegetables ensures a continuous supply of … Read more
Are you ready to take your cucumber game to the next level? With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your garden and learning the tricks of the trade to grow the most delicious, crunchy cucumbers you’ve ever tasted. I’ve scoured the web and consulted with experts to bring you the best … Read more
Cucumbers, with their refreshing crunch and versatile uses, are a staple in gardens around the world. Whether you enjoy them sliced in salads, pickled in jars, or simply as a cool snack on a hot day, growing your own cucumbers can be an incredibly rewarding experience. But how do you ensure your cucumber crop thrives … Read more
Welcome to the intriguing world of giant vegetables, where size is the ultimate measure of success. In this exploration, we focus on the king of the garden, the cabbage, but not just any cabbage – the world’s largest cabbage. We will delve into the history, science, and art of growing these colossal cabbages and share … Read more
A garden where you can plant a vegetable once and enjoy its bounty year after year without the need to replant sounds like a dream, right? Welcome to the world of perennial vegetables! These hardy plants are the gift that keeps on giving, offering delicious and nutritious harvests season after season. Here’s a list of … Read more
Are you thinking of starting an organic vegetable garden that requires no fertilizers, no watering, and best of all, no digging and soil amendments? In that case, the Ruth Stout method is one of the easiest techniques you can try. Even for beginner gardeners, this is a fantastic way to grow your own food, using … Read more
Ever seen a cabbage so large it becomes a viral sensation? If not, you’re in for a treat! A man just shared a spectacular showcase of his oversized cabbage, and it’s mesmerizing the internet. A whopping 1.2 million views, over 200,000 likes, and 9,000 shares! This cabbage isn’t just enormous; it’s become an internet superstar. … Read more
Today, we’re veering off the beaten path to explore a fascinating aspect of our leafy friends that might surprise you. If you’ve been gardening for a while, you’re probably familiar with peat moss – that fibrous, brown material that often graces our garden beds as a soil amendment. Celebrated for its ability to retain moisture … Read more
