Do you want to try growing your own ginger at home? It’s easier than you think. Ginger is a carefree tropical plant that tastes far better home-grown than store-bought. It has many uses which include cooking, seasoning, and more. Gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses everything you need to know about growing this globally popular spice.
Did you end up with more cucumber than you thought you would after your most recent harvest? If so, you may be thinking of freezing it in order to keep it good for as long as possible. But is that the best idea, and how long does it keep after being frozen? In this article, we examine if you should freeze cucumber, and how long it will stay good for if you do.
Are you growing basil in your garden, but aren't sure how much sun or shade it should be getting? Basil can be tricky when trying to make sure it gets enough sun. In this article, gardening expert Taylor Sievers guides you through exactly the right amount of sun your basil should be getting on a daily basis.
Mint is a favorite of many gardeners because of how quickly it grows, and the many uses it brings. But just how much sun does mint actually need to grow? Can mint grow in the shade? In this article, gardening and flower expert Taylor Sievers answers these questions and more!
Did you recently start growing basil to use while cooking, or for certain herbal scents in your home? If so, it's important to understand the proper watering schedule so you don't over-water or under-water this picky plant. In this article, gardening expert Taylor Sievers examines a proper watering schedule for Basil.
Are you considering planting some cucumbers in your garden, but can't decide which type to pick? There are many different types of cucumber to choose from, so finding the right cucumber variety can be tough to pick from! In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey looks at 35 different cucumber varieties that you can plant in your home garden!
If you are considering growing tomatoes and potatoes in the same garden together, there are a few factors you'll need to consider. While both of these plants are quite popular in many amateur vegetable gardens, do they make good companion plants when grown alongside one another? Read on and find out if you should grow these plants side by side!
Are you going to add some perennial vegetables to your garden this growing season? Most perennials can be grown relatively easily, and can be a great project for gardeners both novice and advanced. In this article, we look at 41 of our favorite perennial vegetables, and organize them by the hardiness zone that they will grow the quickest in.
For more than 4,000 years, turmeric has been cultivated as a culinary spice and used in Ayurvedic medicine. It has roots in India, but is now grown in warmer areas around the world. It also makes a fantastic garden plant with its large leaves and tropical feel. Let’s explore this useful plant in more depth.
Horseradish shouldn’t be relegated to that jar at the back of the fridge you never look at or open. This root vegetable, commonly used as a herb or condiment, is great in the garden – especially for beginners. Gardening expert Madison Moulton looks at all the essentials for growing horseradish – including how to contain them, and what to do with your harvest.
Companion planting is always tricky. There are many plants that compliment each other well when grown together. But there are also plants that will cause problems for other plants grown nearby, if planted too close together. So what about Tomatoes and Peppers? Can you grow them next to one another in a successful garden? Organic Gardening expert Logan Hailey examines if planting these two veggies next to one another is a good idea or not.
Are you thinking of adding some Asparagus to your garden this year? Did you know that there are actually 15 different types of Asparagus you can consider before you start planting? In this article, we take a deeper look at the different Asparagus varieties that you may want to consider before settling down to start planting in your garden.
Are you growing rosemary in your garden, but aren't sure how much shade or sun it should get? Rosemary can be a relatively tricky plant to grow, but it gets easier once you figure out how much sun it should get. In this article, gardening expert Taylor Sievers walks through everything you need to know about how much sun rosemary needs to grow quickly and efficiently.
