Mint is a wonderful herb to grow in the garden or in containers. It is aromatic and flavorful, but it’s also very easy to care …
How to grow mint: a step-by-step guide from seed sowing to transplanting
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5 Types of lettuce you should grow
If you’re looking for one vegetable to grow that doesn’t take up much space and gives you maximum yield, then you should grow lettuce. There …
What are Swiss chard and popular chard varieties to grow
Swiss chard, or Silverbeet, is a leafy green vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked. Chard is a biennial plant that can be grown …
How to use coconut coir brick in 4 easy steps
Coconut coir has many uses in the garden. You can use it as a soil amendment, growing medium, or a natural seed starting mix. A …
How to grow oregano from seeds sowing to transplanting
Herbs and spices add essential elements of flavor in modern food preparation. For example, growing oregano adds unique flavors, color, and variety to our food. …
Princess grapevine growing in Zone 9a
Looking to grow grape in your backyard but can’t decide on which variety to grow? For two years I pondered on the exact same question. …
Backyard Wonderful pomegranate harvest with fruit measurements
December is the time of year you’ll see pomegranate appearing on supermarket shelves. But did you know that pomegranates you can buy right now were …
What is Thai eggplant
Thai eggplant is a common name given for many varieties of eggplant found not only in Thailand but among other Southeast Asian countries. Depending on …
When to fertilize pomegranate
Fertilize pomegranate at least twice a year. Once around March, springtime, and again in the fall around November. Fertilizing in the fall provides your pomegranate …
How to Get Rid of Pack Rats Naturally
Dealing with garden pests is a natural part of gardening. Your garden is not only a food source for you and your family but for …