If you’re dreaming of home-grown tomatoes, but have limited space, growing them in pots is the ideal solution. Cherry tomatoes, with their compact growth, small fruit and early harvest times are a perfect variety to try. Read on to learn everything you need to know about growing … [Read more...]
When to Plant Elephant Ear Bulbs
Colocasia, also known as elephant ears or taro, make spectacular landscaping plants. Their long stalks and large, luxurious leaves add a tropical feel to any garden setting. They also come in a variety of colors, from deep green to purple or black. Native to Asia, Colocasias … [Read more...]
How to Grow an Apple Tree
Johnny Appleseed, aka Johnathan Chapman, was a horticultural hero responsible for planting thousands of apple trees throughout the Midwest in the early 1800s. Some of the descendents of these trees are still growing. Johnny traveled on foot over 100,000 square miles, and started … [Read more...]
Small Vegetable Garden? Try These Layout Ideas
So you’ve been bit by the gardening bug, but you have a tiny plot. Don’t worry — even a small garden can yield big harvests. Before you start planting, though, think carefully about your garden’s layout. A well-designed space is critical in a small garden. To get you started, … [Read more...]
Transplanting Tomatoes in Pots
Exotic, luxurious tomatoes are native to Central and South America and thrive in warm, moist conditions. To grow them from seed requires at least 110 days of sunny, hot weather — a luxury we don’t have in North America. Instead, northern gardeners have long used transplants to … [Read more...]
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