Winter doesn’t mean you have to abandon your veggie garden. There are plenty of cold-hardy vegetables that thrive even in the chilliest months. The trick is to identify which vegetables to grow in winter in your climate as well as some ideas to help your plants survive the cold. So in this article, I’ll detail … Read more
Have you ever wondered ‘why are my cucumbers turning yellow?’ Well, I have some answers for you. If you’ve ever experienced the disappointment of yellow cucumbers, there is plenty that you can do to prevent it from happening again. Why Are My Cucumbers Yellow? The most common cause of yellow cucumbers is over-ripening due to being … Read more
The Pepino Melon bush is a hardy food-producing plant that will work hard for you in the garden. So what is a Pepino Melon, what does it taste like, and how to grow Pepino Melon fruit? Let’s find out. What Is A Pepino Melon? Pepino Melon fruit is a small oval fruit with firm, smooth … Read more
Zucchinis covered in insects, flowers with bite marks, stems with grubs, and holes in the zucchini plant leaves? It sounds like your zucchini plant has a pest problem! And if left untreated, ravenous pests can soon wreak havoc on your zucchini harvest. So if you are wondering what’s eating your zucchini, you’re in the right … Read more
This soil calculator will accurately calculate the soil you need to fill a raised bed. Whether you’re just starting your gardening journey or you’re a seasoned green thumb gardener, it’s important to know how much soil you will need to fill your raised garden bed. This is especially true if you are purchasing soil in … Read more
Planning a square foot garden can be great for vegetable gardening in smaller spaces. And if you are new to gardening, then square foot gardening is an easy and ordered method of gardening that is perfect for learning as you go. In this article, we’ll look at what exactly is a square foot garden. And how can … Read more
So it’s the end of the tomato growing season and you still have loads of tomatoes happily growing on the vine. With the cooling weather coming, the question of how to ripen green tomatoes may be on your mind. Well, the good news is there are a number of ways to successfully ripen green tomatoes … Read more
Few things are more disheartening than approaching your kale plants, only to find yellow, wilted leaves or unsightly lesions. Just like any other plant, kale is vulnerable to factors that can impact its health. So, why is your kale dying? Let’s find out. Why Is My Kale Dying? The most common reasons your kale is … Read more
Have you ever wondered what are rose hips and how to eat rose hips? Then you’ve come to the right place. Here we’ll look at exactly what is a rose hip and how to eat them with recipe ideas to try at home. Related: Growing Roses for Hips: Grow Guide for Edible Rose Hips | … Read more
This oyster mushroom risotto recipe is simple and simply delicious. So if you’re looking for an easy mushroom risotto recipe, this dish is full of flavor the whole family will love. Read on for how to make mushroom risotto made with oyster mushrooms. I grew the oyster mushrooms from a mushroom growing kit and you … Read more