There’s an episode of the beloved 90s sitcom Friends, where it’s revealed that Monica (self-proclaimed neat freak) has a ...
Now that my tomato seedlings are underway, I’m turning my attention to planting flowers once again.  I have two large boxes ...
This might be an unpopular opinion, but I believe every single garden needs at least one shrub. I still like perennials and ...
When it comes to planting a spring garden, planning is everything. Don't fall into the trap of not staggering your harvests.
Onions mystify a lot of gardeners, new and old. Let's look at the right way to grow onions, removing two of the biggest ...
The days are getting longer, the light is softening, and there’s a warm breeze in the air. It must be April.  April is one of ...
Bleeding hearts (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) are some of the most magical springtime perennials in the garden. With their large, feathery leaves that dance on the spring breeze and their dramatic arches ...
Marigolds always hog the spotlight when it comes to tomato companion plants. Unfortunately, most of their tomato-protecting traits are severely over-hyped, yet they continue to be the gold standard ...
Each spring, as we move our seedlings out into the garden, we have a once-a-year opportunity. But so many gardeners let it pass by. This is your chance to put a few little important extras ...