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      • Companion PlantingCompanion planting, sometimes called intercropping, can be used to deter pests and improve yields. Some plants work well together, and others just don’t. We are taking a deep dive into these “good neighbor” plants, what works well together, and what should be avoided… but more importantly, we’re explaining why these things may have positive or negative impacts on your plants!
      • Edible FlowersFlowers you can eat? Absolutely! We’ve compiled a list of some of our all-time favorite edible flowers so that you can sample a petal on a salad or turn them into tea! In many cases here, both the flowers and some other parts of the plant may be edible, but double-check each article before you snack.
        • BerriesBursting with juicy goodness, berries are one of the most favored fruits. Here we discuss all elements of growing berries on bushes, trees, or individual plants. No matter whether they’re huge like watermelons or tiny like lingonberries, you’ll find them here!
        • CitrusLove citrus trees? So do we! We’re sharing tips for growing all sorts of citrus from the simple to the exotic. Lovely lemons, luscious limes, great grapefruit, tasty tangerines and mighty mandarins… and even the freaky finger limes and more!
        • Fruiting VinesVines produce all sorts of fruit from cucumbers to passion fruit. We explore this world of long, vining plants and how they can be grown to produce edible harvests in your garden!
        • MelonsWe know that most melons are technically berries, but let’s face it – if you want a juicy slice of watermelon in the heat of a scorching summer day, you’re not going to want to wade past mulberries and raspberries to figure out the right tips for growing them! Your guide to summer’s finest fruits awaits you.
        • Seed FruitSeed fruit such as apples, pomegranates, or pears are a mainstay in most people’s diets, and they are in the garden, too. Here we discuss all manner of small-seeded fruits – but not those that have pits as typical stone fruit does!
        • Stone FruitStone fruit includes most tree fruits with large pits, such as peaches, plums, avocadoes, or even cherries. You’ll find most large-pitted fruits in this category!
        • TomatoesAll things about tomatoes can be found here. Whether you’re learning to grow them or are simply looking for new options for trellising them, you will find it all in this location!
        • Tropical FruitDo you think of tropical fruit as being an exotic treat? We do too. From mangoes to bananas, you’ll find a selection of topics about tropical fruit here for you to peruse!
      • GrainsHere we highlight all of the fantastic seeds and grains you can grow for sustainable food solutions. Homegrown grain can be yours!
      • HarvestingDo you know how to harvest your garden bounty properly? If not, have no fear, we’ll help you learn the right way to harvest (and in many cases to store) your abundant fruit, vegetables, herbs, and more!
        • Herbs
        • SpicesIf a peppery punch is what you seek, a gingery sharpness, or perhaps the pungent aroma of freshly-ground nutmeg, you’ll find those and more here. Spices add vibrancy not only to life, but to our gardens too! Let’s explore the weird, wild, and sometimes simply strange world of spices!
      • MicrogreensMicrogreens are a hot new trend in gardening, urban farming, and restaurants…and they’re shockingly easy to grow. Follow our tutorials here.
      • MushroomsAlthough growing mushrooms isn’t technically gardening, it’s still an amazing way to grow food at home. Learn how to do it with our in-depth tutorials!
      • Nut Trees
      • PreservingPreserving your harvest can be complex. Our tips and tricks will help you to keep the fruits of your labor fresh and tasty for a longer period of time!
        • AlliumsOnions and leeks and chives, oh my! Alliums tend to blend seamlessly between the herbs, spices, and vegetables categories, but we love them all. No matter which part of the allium family it falls into, you’ll discover them here!
        • BrassicasCruciferous veggies that are part of the Brassica family make up an awful lot of the produce we eat! Here you’ll find cabbages and kale, broccoli and cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and more!
        • Leafy GreensLettuce is lovely, and we love our spinach, too! Leafy greens are the basis of our salads, our sides, an additive to our soups, and more. Our guides will instruct you in growing your greens and reaping their nutrition-packed bounty!
        • LegumesLegumes are staples in most people’s diets for a reason: these protein-packed seeds sustain life even when the going gets rough. Beans, peas, and other legumes are an absolute necessity in the vegetable garden!
        • Root VegetablesWe love our root vegetables, whether they’re rutabagas or turnips, carrots, or radishes! Root vegetables may not be glamorous, but they’re fascinating and delicious. Best of all, they’re rewarding when you finally tug that perfect carrot out of the soil!
        • SquashPacked with pumpkins and bursting with butternuts, this section of our site is devoted to all things squash. Sweet and succulent, squash is a staple food for many, and you’ll find our helpful guides here to direct you in growing your own!
        • TomatoesAll things about tomatoes can be found here. Whether you’re learning to grow them or are simply looking for new options for trellising them, you will find it all in this location!
        • TubersDo you love potatoes as much as the average American? How about sweet potatoes? Yams? This section is filled with all the starchy goodness we can muster! You’ll find a selection of in-depth articles on all things tuber-related here.
        • Vining VegetablesAre you looking for capsicum or eggplant? Seeking cucumbers or desperately looking for luffa? Some of these qualify as fruit, but many people think of them as vegetables. Have no fear, we’ve got you and are providing a list to work from!
      • General Houseplant Care
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      • FlowersGrowing flowers can be a challenge for new and old gardeners alike. Check out our flower growing guides to learn how to get beautiful blooms in your garden.
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    • Companion PlantingCompanion planting, sometimes called intercropping, can be used to deter pests and improve yields. Some plants work well together, and others just don’t. We are taking a deep dive into these “good neighbor” plants, what works well together, and what should be avoided… but more importantly, we’re explaining why these things may have positive or negative impacts on your plants!
    • HarvestingDo you know how to harvest your garden bounty properly? If not, have no fear, we’ll help you learn the right way to harvest (and in many cases to store) your abundant fruit, vegetables, herbs, and more!
    • PreservingPreserving your harvest can be complex. Our tips and tricks will help you to keep the fruits of your labor fresh and tasty for a longer period of time!
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    • ToolsGood tools make the difference between an easy job and a hard one. Let us help you figure out what’s best for your needs!
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    • Garden MythsThere are a lot of tips that float around on the internet that turn out to be complete wastes of time and effort. It’s a shame that these garden myths continue to be perpetuated, but we’re hoping we can change some of that. Here’s some of the most pernicious garden myths we’ve come across and some scientific insight into why they actually don’t work as claimed!
    • PropagationPropagating plants is a cheap and effective way to get even more plants to love. Discover popular plant propagation techniques here with us!
    • PruningPruning your plants properly is particularly pertinent to prolific paybacks! Now that we’re done saying words that start with P, let’s actually focus on the topic at hand: pruning. There are techniques for pruning your plants the right way, guidelines to follow for seasonal pruning, and more. We’re addressing all of these things here!
    • Gardening InspirationGardening images, quotes, videos, and more. Keep your motivation to grow high with these fun, lighthearted articles.
    • Seeds
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    • Accessible Gardens
    • AquaponicsAquaponics is the combination of aquaculture and hydroponics, a powerful way to raise both fish and vegetables at the same time sustainably. Learn how to design, build, and operate your aquaponic gardens.
    • Container Gardens
      • Hydro BasicsHydroponics seems complicated at first, but with our introductory and starter guides, you’ll be up and running in no time. Here you’ll find hands-on guides that introduce you to hydroponics as a whole, as well as helpful information you’ll need to know about pH, total dissolved solids, and more!
      • How-Tos
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      • Nutrients & Growth
      • Propagation
      • Ventilation & Environmental Control
    • Raised Bed GardeningRaised bed gardening reduces pest and weed pressures, elevates the garden to a more comfortable working level, and is a great way to guarantee you have quality soil to grow in. Our raised bed gardening category shares our tips about raised beds and how best to put them to use for you!
    • Tropical Gardens
    • Xeriscape Gardens
    • CompostingWhether it’s hot composting, vermicomposting, bokashi, or another method, you need to be doing this essential gardening technique to boost your soil.
    • Soil ImprovementSoil improvement encompasses a whole lot more than just adding a bag of potting mix and hoping for the best! Here, we delve into the world of soil science to learn about why certain things do what they do. Techniques you can use for soil improvement are also collected here, providing you with tools you can use to improve the overall health and potential of your garden.
    • Mulch
    • FertilizerFertilizer is an important thing to a plant, as it provides all of the macro and micronutrients that the plant needs to survive and thrive. This collection of articles provides insight and understanding of some of the many different things used as organic fertilizers, from fish fertilizers to bone meal and everything in between.
    • AmendmentsThere are certain things that we add to the soil that doesn’t improve its fertility, but instead offers different benefits like moisture retention, good drainage, and so on. These amendments may not be plant food, but they definitely have a valued place in the garden!
    • Cover CropsCover crops provide a whole lot more than just something green atop your soil. Some types add nitrogen to the soil over time, while others improve the aeration or texture of your soil. Erosion is reduced and weed growth is slowed when a good cover crop is in place. Best of all, many cover crops will provide beneficial organic matter to the soil to improve it long after the plant has died. We explore these beneficial and incredible plants and how they’re used to make your soil better for future growth!
    • Garden PestsLearn how to prevent, treat, and kill all of the common garden pests. Bugs in the garden can make short work of a crop that took a long time to grow, so knowing exactly how to deal with every type of garden pest is essential!
    • Organic Pest ControlThere are hundreds of thousands, perhaps millions, of pests out there. Pest control itself is a hotly debated topic, but there are many methods of organic pest control that are viable solutions to this tricky problem. Our in-depth guides explain your options and help you determine the best ones for your needs.
    • Plant DiseasesPlant diseases can plague your garden and dramatically reduce your harvest. Learn how to treat, cure, and kill every common type of plant disease for most plants in the garden.
    • Organic Disease ControlControlling plant diseases can be tricky, but we provide methods that can help you in your journey. While there are no guarantees that these are “cures”, they certainly can reduce the frequency that your plants develop some horrible condition, and they may provide some treatment as well.
    • Weeds
    • HarvestingDo you know how to harvest your garden bounty properly? If not, have no fear, we’ll help you learn the right way to harvest (and in many cases to store) your abundant fruit, vegetables, herbs, and more!
    • PreservingPreserving your harvest can be complex. Our tips and tricks will help you to keep the fruits of your labor fresh and tasty for a longer period of time!
    • Garden RecipesLearn how to take your harvest and use it in the kitchen with these delicious garden recipes. There are a million ways to use your homegrown food!
    • Animal CareIt could be one or two pet chickens, or an entire farm – the choice is up to you. But animal care is part and parcel of many homestead adventures. You can go exotic with alpacas and ostriches, or traditional with chickens or cows or goats — but whichever you decide, we’ve got a little inspiration for your animal journey!
  • Product ReviewsGardening tool reviews along with gardening product reviews of some of the most popular products on the market like the Aquafarm, Tower Garden, and much more.

Flowers

Flowers are not only beautiful, but help pollinators and beneficial bugs in the garden. Learn how to grow them with our guides.

Syringa Vulgaris: Growing Lilacs In The Garden

March 5, 2022 by KelliKlein
Syringa vulgaris

Syringa vulgaris, the common lilac, is a stunner of a plant when in bloom and an excellent pollinator plant. We discuss its care in our guide!

Categories Flowers

25 Hibiscus Types You’ll Love To Grow

February 28, 2022 by Elizabeth Cramer
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

There’s a huge number of hibiscus types that are incredible to see. We’ve narrowed down our favorites and are sharing those with you!

Categories Flowers

Hyssop Plant: Lovely Herb And Pollinator Lure

May 26, 2022February 24, 2022 by Ann McCarron
Hyssop plant

The hyssop plant is an old-time herb, both culinary and medicinal, but also an incredible pollinator lure. Our guide reveals growing tips!

Categories Flowers, Herbs

Marshmallow Plant: Ancient Candy Source

May 26, 2022January 26, 2022 by Rachel Garcia
Marshmallow plant

The marshmallow plant gets its name from the marshes, but also spawned the candy of the same name. Learn to grow this plant with our guide!

Categories Edible Flowers, Flowers, Foliage, Leafy Greens

Growing Hollyhocks: Pretty Pollinator Partners

January 6, 2022 by Sarah Jay
Growing hollyhocks

Growing hollyhocks provides life and beauty to your gardening space. We discuss these incredibly beautiful flowers!

Categories Flowers

Are Sunflowers Annuals Or Perennials?

December 26, 2021 by Kaleigh Brillon
Are sunflowers annuals or perennials

Are sunflowers annuals or perennials? We dig into the world of the Helianthus species to learn more about these garden favorites!

Categories Flowers

Astilbe Care: Plumes Of Brilliant Flowers

November 29, 2021 by Kendra Meador
Astilbe care

Proper astilbe care will produce a display of gorgeous astilbe flowers to brighten your garden spaces! Our guide reveals our top tips.

Categories Flowers

Yarrow Plant: Easy-Growing Pollinator Lure

July 21, 2022November 27, 2021 by Ann McCarron
Yarrow plant

The yarrow plant will bring all the pollinators to your yard! We discuss this lovely flower and how to grow it in your garden.

Categories Flowers, Herbs

How To Grow Vanilla Beans: The Vanilla Orchid

May 25, 2022November 15, 2021 by Sarah Jay
How To Grow Vanilla

The vanilla orchid is beautiful, but do you know how to grow vanilla beans from that lovely plant? We delve into this complex topic!

Categories Flowers, Foliage, Spices

16 Flowers That Look Like Sunflowers

November 14, 2021 by Sarah Jay
Rudbeckia hirta

There’s a surprising number of flowers that look like sunflowers out there but that don’t grow to skyscraper heights. Let’s explore them!

Categories Flowers

Lemon Balm Plant: Lemon-Scented Herb

May 26, 2022October 11, 2021 by Ann McCarron
Lemon balm plant

The lemon balm plant produces lemon-scented leaves with a hint of mint. We discuss growing this warm-season herb in your garden!

Categories Flowers, Herbs

Society Garlic: Not Really Garlic, But Great

October 11, 2021 by Sarah Jay
Society garlic

Society garlic is a garlic-scented, almost garlic-flavored bulbing plant… but it’s not really garlic. Learn how to grow it with our guide!

Categories Flowers, Herbs
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