by Mike | Aug 10, 2026 | Gardening Basics
Companion planting with carrots is easier than you think. I’ll save you the trial and error by sharing my experience and some tips for planting to maximize pest control and harvest. The first year I grew carrots, I planted them alone in a tidy little row. I added...
by Rene | 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...
by Rene | 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,...
by Rene | 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...
by Rene | Jan 10, 2026 | Gardening Basics
Cilantro is a beginner-friendly plant for gardeners, but with the right companions, this beloved herb can really flourish. Companion planting helps with: Pest control Preventing early bolting Improving soil fertility There are so many reasons to plant cilantro with...
by Rene | 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...
