QUESTION: How hard is it to grow mushrooms at home? I keep reading about all the health benefits of mushrooms, but they're pretty expensive at the store and I'm interested in growing my own. ANSWER: Growing mushrooms can be as simple as the method you choose. Some people like … [Read more...]
Open-Pollinated vs. Hybrid vs. Heirloom Seeds: What Do They Mean?
by Matt Gibson & Erin Marissa Russell Lots of people are concerned about finding out exactly where their food is coming from, and with good reason. Similarly, health-conscious gardeners want to know exactly where the seeds they purchase are from, and what type of seeds … [Read more...]
Vegetables vs. Legumes, Fully Explained
By Erin Marissa Russell Most gardeners (and people in general) know what vegetables are, and most of us also know that beans are legumes, but what is the difference between vegetables and legumes? Aren’t beans vegetables, too? What makes a vegetable a vegetable and a legume a … [Read more...]
Sprinkler Systems vs. Drip Irrigation, Pros and Cons
By Matt Gibson The two most common landscaping watering systems are sprinkler systems and drip irrigation. Neither of these watering methods is better than the other one. Each option is great for certain tasks, but not very well-suited to others. Some people need a … [Read more...]
Organic vs. Non-Organic Gardening: A Comparison
By Matt Gibson and Erin Marissa Russell The organic gardening movement has taken over the gardening world and is showing no signs of slowing down in the near future as interest in organic gardening and the use of all-natural products continues to grow and accelerate. The … [Read more...]
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