Heather Buckner

Cabbage is one of my all-time favorite cool weather crops to grow in my garden.What is not to love about cabbage? Vibrantly colored, packed with nutrients, and quick t

Have you ever had a head of cabbage in your garden that seemed to be growing healthy and large, only to notice one day that it had started to split open?What causes this to happen? And what

If you’ve planted cabbage and waited patiently for it to mature, it’s disappointing to find that in place of the crisp head that you’d hoped for, you’ve got a lot of leafy greens instead.Why does this happen and what can you do to prev

As the leaves begin to brighten and drop, chilly winds stab at the air, and we start yanking sweaters hats and scarves from the depths of our closets, the time has come to think about preparing our gardens for winter.We link to vendors to help you find relevant

For years I purchased rosemary plants from my local nursery, under the impression that my favorite culinary herb was too difficult to start myself.While it is true that rosemary

There is something truly intoxicating about a bountiful rose garden.While it might seem like a costly endeavor to

The common name catmint refers to a number of species in the Nepeta genus of herbaceous perennials in the mint family.Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a long-used me

I can’t think of anything more delightful than fresh picked blueberries. And If I’m being honest, I become so ex

Ginger is one of my favorite spices to have in high supply around my kitchen, and lucky for me, this tropical plant can easily be grown indoors all year, even during the long, cold Vermont winters.Life in the Vermont mountains is beautiful. But living in a northern cli

What is not to love about arugula?This peppery leafy plant is my all-time favorite salad green, a

ZZ plants are charming tropical perennials that have become increasingly popular as houseplants in recent years.They are incredibly resilient, can do well in low light condit

If you are looking to add some flair to your herb garden this year, look no further than angelica.Referred to as the “herb of the sun” by the famous 1

Kohlrabi is a cole family plant with large, juicy bulbs that form above ground, emerging from a central stalk.Gaining in popularity, these c

If you are lucky enough to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains in late May when the wild mountain laurel blooms, you are in for a spectacular show.It has been several years since I moved from western North Carolina u

There is something quite magical about hydrangeas in full bloom. Bursting with dramatic colorful flowers and bold green foliage, it’s no wonder they are commonly seen planted in yards and gardens.While most home gardeners purchase a s

Zamioculcas zamiifolia, or the ZZ plant for short, is an ideal houseplant for beginner gardeners. It can thrive without a lot of light or water, and it is easy to propagate and share.We link to vendors to help you find relevan

Ask a handful of gardeners if it is okay to compost tomatoes and you are bound to get conflicting answers.A question of great controversy, ev

I have always been a huge fan of the brassicas. Nothing lifts my spirits quite like a bundle of freshly picked tender greens and crunchy florets.While kale, collards, and broccoli are longtime staples in my g

Cucumbers are one of these veggies that really is best eaten right off the vine. So what should you do if you have an abundance?Fortunately, there are several easy and delicious ways to store cucumb

Who doesn’t love a garden bursting with colorful hydrangea flowers?If you want to grow this classically beautif

I am always looking for ways to gain the maximum benefit from the plants I grow.When I think about what species to welcome in

I grew up eating broccoli at almost every meal.My mother loves broccoli, almo

One of my absolute favorite flowers, I look forward to the day each year when the bee balm buds open into magnificent scarlet blooms, bringing a whole crew of ravenous hummingbirds into my yard.We link to vendors to help you find rele

If you are a fan of broccoli and kale, you will love growing Chinese broccoli!This flavorful broccoli-like green vegetable – also known as gai la

I like to think of planning my garden as a balancing act.While it takes a bit of self-restraint each year to

Wouldn’t it be convenient if you could regrow all of your veggies from scraps? It’s an intriguing idea, which might explain why it is discussed so much in various corners of the internet.It is true that growing some leafy veggies

So, you planted a bed of turnips in your garden this season. You cared for your plants, thinning, mulching, watering, managing pests, and watching them grow.Now what?You

I love kale. I could happily eat it at any time, cooked in any style. My family, however, isn’t quite so enthralled.It has taken a bit of

It can be confusing to try to figure out the right time to start tomatoes.If you wait too long to plant them you may

There is always so much to do to get ready for winter.With the mad rush to harvest the la

Bok choy is one of my favorite leafy greens. A few crisp and juicy green leaves can really make a soup or stir fry feel complete!Since it can be an expensive ing

Greek oregano is perhaps one of the most familiar of the culinary herbs among cooks in North America.I use this spicy and flavorful seasoning in just about everyt

There are a number of reasons gardeners choose to plant shrubs in containers.A common one is limited space, but potted pla

To many in the herbal medicine community, feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) is known as a natural headache remedy.But in the gardening community, this shrubby herb is appreciated as an

When I first started gardening, I absolutely hated stinging nettle. I was living at a property with a huge patch of it growing directly across the path from my veggie garden, and those nettles didn’t like to stay put!Frequently, I would be out peacefully weeding my beds

Beets are truly one of the most stunning vegetables.Fire engine red, g