In the Garden

This post was sponsored by Gardena; however, all views and opinions are my own. Come spring time each year, my garden can always stand a refresh. Last year’s mulch has …

Trying to grow a more self-sufficient garden? Learning how to save your own seeds is one of the easiest ways to have a more sustainable garden. It’s also a great …

While most of vegetable and flower gardening can be done with a good pair of gloves and some sweat equity, gardeners do need a few good tools in the shed. …

Sunflowers, with their large bright head and tall stems, are an iconic summer flower. And while you might not want to grow a yard full of sunflowers, growing some in …

Did you stumble upon this post hoping for some advice on growing grapes into a shrub shape? No luck! A shrub is actually an old-timey drink also known as “drinking …

Growing parsley in the home garden provides your kitchen with a delicious herb, but it can also draw in garden helpers. Some varieties of parsley are a favorite food source …

Heirloom tomato varieties are those that have been passed down through generations. From gardeners hundreds of years ago, heirloom tomato seeds retain old-timey qualities that make them some of the …

Cilantro is an easy to grow herb that will give every gardener two different flavors from one plant. The cilantro plant produces flavorful leaves that can be used fresh or …

Onions are easy to grow in the home garden and make a perfect flavor enhancer for both raw and cooked recipes. The green tops are edible and the bulbs store …

Zinnias are a classic annual flower that is as popular today as it was in your grandmother’s day. The tall stately stems bear large colorful flowers that attract hummingbirds and …