The taste of one homegrown vegetable is often enough to convince anyone to garden. But if you’ve never sunk your hands in soil, it can be daunting to know where to begin. Fortunately, vegetable gardening is easier than it might seem for beginners, and the rewards go...
Vegetable gardening is one of the most pleasurable and rewarding hobbies you can do. It’s hard to find a reason not to do it. But as a beginner, it helps to know a few hacks—both to avoid unnecessary work and to improve your chances of success. These tips will boost...
If you’re wondering how frequently to water your plants, the key is to give the right amount at the right time, but that’s only the first step. Proper plant watering means knowing how to water, not just how often. A few simple tricks can save on the water bill,...
The secret of a healthy garden is in the soil. We often don’t treat it any better than dirt. But soil is so much different than that. As a clump in our hand, it looks simple enough, but under a microscope, we see it’s a complex substance, alive, and teeming with...
Learning how to start a vegetable garden can be one of the best investments for your health you’ll ever make, a source of fun for the family, a way to save money, and an enjoyable hobby of its own. But, if you’re on the hunt for info about how to start a garden from...
Berries are some of the most nutritious and tasty foods you can grow. Plant a berry bush this spring, and you’ll have a reliable harvest for years to come; often more than you can eat! While they are among the easiest plants to grow, proper pruning and soil care go a...