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One of the best-kept secrets in gardening isn’t about fancy tools or expensive fertilizers—it’s about your plants’ companions. Companion planting is all about pairing crops that help each other thrive while keeping pests and disease at bay at the same...

Snapdragons, known botanically as Antirrhinum majus, have gathered a handful of charming nicknames over the years. They're often called snapflowers, doggies, or dragon flowers, thanks to their unique blooms that resemble a dragon’s mouth opening and closing when gently squeezed....

If there’s one thing that can instantly elevate homemade meals, it’s fresh herbs. Whether it’s basil for pasta or rosemary for a fall roast, harvesting your herbs well can make all the difference. Over the years, I’ve learned how and...

There are many ways to grow broccoli, but keeping a raised garden bed productive and extending the harvest season takes a bit of careful planning. While broccoli is usually treated as a cool-season annual, certain climates and attentive care can...

You know how satisfying it is to see peppers hanging heavy and ready to pick, if you’ve ever grown them in the garden. But there’s a secret many gardeners overlook—the way you prune your peppers can make or break your...

If you’ve always wanted to grow watermelons but thought you didn’t have the space—or that they’re only for summer, I’ve got news for you. With vertical gardening techniques and a bit of seasonal planning, you can enjoy juicy melons right...

Fellow green thumbs! Today, I want to share some handy tips on growing and harvesting onions with you, especially as we transition from the hot days of summer into the cooler vibes of fall. Whether you’re a novice or just...

As a gardener who’s been nurturing herbs for years, I can attest to the fact that there’s always something new to learn about growing and pruning herbs. Today, I want to share practical tips that have worked for me. Let’s...

Fellow gardeners! I'd like to share some thoughts on one of my favorite gardening hacks today: vertical squash growing. Since we’re in that magical transition period when summer gives way to fall, I’ll also include tips to help your garden...

Fellow garden lovers! If you’ve ever found yourself lamenting the end of the growing season, you’re not alone. I know the sad feeling when frost nips your last tomatoes or when your herbs start to wither away with the first...