How to Collect and Plant Hydrangea Seed

As the late summer sniffles simmer down and crisp fall winds begin blowing through the air, it is time to think about preparing for the impending cold and flu season – which, for me, includes harvesting and preparing my favorite winter remedies.We link to vendors to help you find relevant products. If you buy

Why buy new seeds every season when your favorites are already waiting for you, right outside in your garden?Collecting and saving or planting flower seeds is such a satisfying way to apprec

You may have heard talk about the benefits of elderberries, or even come across elderberry syrup on the shelf of your local health food store. But you likely never heard anything about the flowers.We link to vendors to help you find relevan

Calendula is one of my very favorite herbs to grow in the garden. The bright, cheerful flowers provide a splash of color in the autumn months and bring light to even the dreariest of chilly days.On crisp fall mornings, I like to stroll through

Looking to start seeds indoors, improve conditions for houseplants, or protect tender perennials during colder months?Constructing an indoor mini greenhouse is a

The large, eye catching blooms of amaryllis, Hippeastrum x hybridum, can add astonishing color to the garden and make for perfect indoor displays.Suitable for outdoor cultivation in

Are you sick of mowing all the time? Why not replace that time consuming, resource draining lawn with a beautiful meadow of low-growing chamomile?Perfect for slopes and other hard to

I am a serious fan of hibiscus tea, and while a quality box of tea bags can do the trick in a pinch, there is nothing quite like a fresh batch of ice cold jamaica made with flowers grown and dried right at home.We link to vendors to help you find relev

Nothing completes a homemade soup or salad like a sprig of aromatic parsley fresh out of the garden. Low-maintenance once established, this often finicky herb does take a bit of patience to get started.Whether you live in a warm

Kohlrabi is a vegetable that really deserves more attention.In addition to its deliciously crisp bulbs, the plant produces l

Turnips are typically an easy and productive crop to grow in the spring or fall garden. Both the leafy tops and roots are edible, nutritious, and can be stored and eaten in a variety of ways.While relatively low maintenance, early bolting

Ready for your best harvest ever? Learning how to prune blackberry bushes is an important part of growing a successful crop.In addition to keeping berry brambles