• Spring Garden Prep Tips

    Spring Garden Prep Tips

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    Spring is right around the corner. We had a fantastic sunny and warm day at the end of February, reminding me to prepare for Spring. As the clouds parted and the sun shone down on my humble garden, it was time to get to work and prepare for spring. Preparation is the key to a…

  • Just as calcium is needed in humans to build strong bones and teeth, it is also essential in plants, especially for rigid cell walls. So, let’s talk about how to increase calcium in the soil. One secondary macronutrient required by plant soil is calcium. Even though calcium isn’t needed in quantities as the general nitrogen,…

  • Let’s talk about kabocha vs. buttercup squash. Kabocha squash and buttercup squash may look similar in appearance but they aren’t the same. However, they are both from the family of gourds. Kabocha and buttercup squash may look weird and unattractive but trust me, their taste is simply unique. These two squash are used among chefs,…

  • Cucumber comes in hundreds of varieties for growers to choose from and it’s known for its pickling and slicing use. If you’re interested in trying out some bush cucumber variety, then we’ve got you covered here. Cucumber plants are easy to grow and they can be grown in the ground, raised beds, containers, or even…

  • Do you know how to tell if your zucchini is ripe or ready to be picked? We will be discussing this here. Zucchini is a type of summer squash variety and it’s grown for its delicious edible fruits. The plant is super productive and a fast-growing vegetable and it’s from the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae). They…

  • There’s a whole of tomato species beyond the known ruby red ones and this variety is so unique and they are called heirloom tomatoes. Heirloom tomatoes are a genetically flavored fruit that has rarely been crossed with any other variety. So, let’s take a look at growing heirloom tomatoes. These heirloom tomatoes are so unique…

  • Are you interested in growing artichoke and wondering how many artichokes per plant? We’ve got the answer for you here. Artichoke is one easy plant to grow and it will be a great idea plan adding this amazing edible plant to your garden. It isn’t so complicated growing artichoke if you give them proper planting,…