Asparagus: A Perennial Vegetable Asparagus is a crop that requires a bit of planning because it grows back every year. This may be one reason that it is becoming more rare in US commercial farming operations: it only provides one crop per year but takes up the space year round. For home gardeners, though, asparagus…
What is a Green Smoothie? You’ve probably seen your friends or co-workers sipping on a glass of green, pulpy liquid and thought ewww, why would anyone want to drink that?! And who puts spinach in a smoothie? I assure you it’s not as awful as it seems. The greens are barely noticeable and green smoothies…
Why Fertilize With the current explosion in popularity of home vegetable gardening, there is often a misconception that fertilizers are “bad.” True, when misused they can contribute to pollution, and even harm the plants they are supposed to help. When properly applied, however, fertilizer can be one key to a strong and healthy plant that is…
Adding A Splash Annuals are the capstone of summer landscape color. They provide the consistency of color in high traffic areas and focal points, around which the rest of the landscape pallet evolves from spring through fall. Choosing well is not difficult. These time tested annual flower species provide a wealth of color through adverse…
Find Your Next Flower Garden Project If you are looking for inspiration for your flower garden or any flower garden related project, this is the place to be! Link up your flower garden projects and gather ideas from others. 1. Easy Spring Dish Garden 2. 7 Out of the Ordinary Shade Perennials 3. Peonies 4….