Sage has a long and varied history as a culinary herb and medicinal plant. Native to the Mediterranean region, it was revered by Ancient Romans for its healing qualities. Later,…
Choosing the Right Type of Sage For Your Garden
Month: April 2022
Growing Lettuce in Your Container Garden
Lettuce makes a great addition to a container garden because the plant has short roots that are well suited for this type of planting. You will find numerous delicious lettuce…
Growing Your own Chamomile and How to Dry It
Chamomile has long been treasured for its medicinal qualities. * It is known primarilyfor its calming, healing and soothing properties. There are two main types of chamomile: Roman and German.…
How to Clean and Store Lettuces and Leafy Greens
Whether you buy them from a grocery store, farmers market, or CSA, or grow them in your own garden, fresh leafy greens are bound to enter your home with sand…
Plants for Your Shade Container Gardens
Container gardens bring color to shady spaces and are easy to manage. Combining the right plants is the secret to professional results. Container gardens are the perfect solution for those…
How to Grow a Salsa Garden
The first step in planting a salsa garden is deciding what you want in your salsa. The basic ingredients for salsas are tomatoes, onions, and peppers of some kind. There…
Growing a Large Pumpkin – Is it That Easy?
With a little planning, some care and patience, anyone can grow a very large pumpkin. Giant gourds may be used to make lots of pumpkin pie or an awesome jack-o-lantern,…
Tips for Maintaining Your Garden All Summer
Summer is such a delightful season, the sun filters through the trees whilst bees dance from flower to flower. Picture perfect trees sway in the gentle summer breeze whilst the…
How to Grow and Contain Summer Savory
Known for its aromatic, peppery flavor, summer savory (Satureja hortensis) makes a lovely addition to a container garden. Summer savory grows to a height of 18 inches and its narrow…
Five Vegetables to Grow for Winter Soups and Storage
Simple home-cooked winter soups are great for chasing away a chill, but being able to create these hearty soups from the vegetables you harvest in your own garden makes them…