Is Kale Hard to Grow?

Is Kale Hard to Grow?

by | Jul 11, 2026 | Gardening Basics

Is kale hard to grow? No! In fact, it may be one of the easiest vegetables on the planet to grow. When I first started gardening, I planted every vegetable that was labeled beginner-friendly: zucchini, cherry tomatoes, radishes, lettuce and kale. White powdery mildew...
How Do You Know If Spaghetti Squash Is Ripe?

How Do You Know If Spaghetti Squash Is Ripe?

by | Jul 6, 2026 | Gardening Basics

How do you know if spaghetti squash is ripe? Are there telltale signs, or is it just guesswork? I’ll never forget the first spaghetti squash I pulled off the vine. It was still half green. The skin gave under my thumb like a ripe avocado, and when I cut it open,...
When to Plant Garlic in Your Raised Garden

When to Plant Garlic in Your Raised Garden

by | Jul 3, 2026 | Gardening Basics

If you’ve ever stood in your garden in October holding a bag of garlic bulbs, wondering whether you’re already too late to plant, you’re not alone. I’ve been there more times than I can count. When I first started gardening, I had no idea when to...
What is the Strawberry Life Cycle?

What is the Strawberry Life Cycle?

by | Dec 7, 2025 | Gardening Basics

Nothing beats the flavor of a freshly picked strawberry from your own garden. But growing them – from seed, bare root or otherwise – requires patience and care. Understanding this plant’s life cycle can help you give it everything it needs to produce delicious fruit...
What Vegetables Can I Grow In The Winter?

What Vegetables Can I Grow In The Winter?

by | Dec 1, 2025 | Gardening Basics

When most people think of gardening, they think of summer. Why? Because gardening stops when the cold winter arrives, right? Wrong!  Did you know that you can still grow vegetables in the cold months? In fact, many veggies actually taste better after frost. ...