So you're thumbing through your seed catalogs, or you're visiting your local nursery or garden center and you start to notice that some of the seed packets say "organic" and some of them do not. Wh Have you noticed that from time to time in the world of gardening, … [Read more...]
Heirloom? Organic? Hybrid? Types of Vegetable Seeds, Explained
Spring is an exciting time for gardeners, especially new ones. Fantastic, colorful displays of seed packets can be found almost everywhere during this season. But choosing seed types can be quite overwhelming, especially if you’re attempting to garden according to specific … [Read more...]
Growing Nut Trees
A great, low-maintenance, and decorative way to grow food in an urban or suburban environment is by planting nut trees. Nuts have a high nutritional value, are popular in many recipes, and require little maintenance or upkeep as compared to most garden vegetables. The … [Read more...]
Growing Chestnuts
Chestnut trees are grown throughout the world, with a rich tradition behind them. There are varieties available for just about every hardiness zone in the United States. These trees produce delicious nuts that can be eaten roasted, boiled, candied or ground into flour. Chestnut … [Read more...]
Growing Hazelnuts
Hazelnuts, also called Filberts, are popular amongst self-sufficiency and backyard gardeners because of their fast growth and relatively easy care. They are also decorative and can be arranged as hedge rows or stand-alone accents. These trees grow to be about 10 feet tall and … [Read more...]