As summer starts to wind down and we inch closer to fall, your garden is far from finished! August is a prime month to refresh garden beds, sow cool-season crops, and even add some late-blooming flowers for fall color. If you’re gardening in Zones 6, 7, or 8, here’s what you can confidently plant thisContinue reading “🌱 August Planting Guide for Zones 6, 7 & 8: What to Grow Now!”
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“Spice It Up: A Complete Guide to Growing Jalapeño Peppers”
Grow Your Own Jalapeño Peppers: From Seed to Harvest (or Garden Shop to Table) 🌶️🌱 If you love a little spice in your life, growing your own jalapeño peppers is a fun and rewarding garden project. These fiery little peppers are perfect for salsas, nachos, pickling, or just adding a zing to your favorite dishes.Continue reading ““Spice It Up: A Complete Guide to Growing Jalapeño Peppers””
Naturally Bug-Free: Plant These Herbs and Flowers to Repel Pests in Your Garden
Nothing ruins a peaceful moment in the garden faster than a swarm of buzzing pests. While store-bought sprays and candles can help, there’s a more natural—and beautiful—way to keep bugs at bay: planting insect-repelling herbs and flowers. Not only do these plants deter unwanted pests, but they also add color, fragrance, and beneficial properties toContinue reading “Naturally Bug-Free: Plant These Herbs and Flowers to Repel Pests in Your Garden”
Sage Advice: How to Grow and Care for Sage in Your Garden
If you’re dipping your toes into herb gardening, sage is one of the best herbs to start with. This beautiful, aromatic plant not only adds savory flavor to your dishes, but it also brings soft green-grey texture to your garden or containers. Whether you’re planting in the ground or in a pot on your porch,Continue reading “Sage Advice: How to Grow and Care for Sage in Your Garden”
How to Grow and Harvest Dill: A Gardener’s Guide
Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an aromatic herb known for its feathery foliage and distinct flavor. It’s a fantastic addition to herb gardens, perfect for seasoning dishes, pickling, and even attracting beneficial insects to your garden. If you’re ready to grow dill from seed and learn how to care for it, keep reading! Growing Dill fromContinue reading “How to Grow and Harvest Dill: A Gardener’s Guide”
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