Every gardener knows the first big tomato of the season is special. It usually tastes better than any tomato you've eaten since you picked the last tomato the year before, because nothing beats a …
Petunias… From Seed
I am "this close" to ordering another metal rack from Costco to set up in my sunroom, to double my seed growing space. Why, you ask? Well, just look at these petunias that I started from seeds …
Garden Bloggers’ Bloom Day – July 2023
Welcome to Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day for July 2023. Here in my USDA Hardiness Zone 6a garden in central Indiana, it's been quite the summer so far. We need some rain, though we've gotten some …
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Look Closely and Straigthen Up!
Does it bother you that the metal garden ornament is crooked? Or did you only see the three flowers: St. John's wort, coneflowers, and a hydrangea, and just ignored that metal thing, whatever it …
Plans for Lavender Seedlings
Earlier this spring, one of my assignments from Family Handyman was to write an article about how to grow lavender from seed. With pictures. Which meant I had to actually grow lavender from seed …
My Personal Prime Days!
Short Version: In my online store, where I sell autographed copies of my books, use the code "Prime," and it will take off the $5 I add on for shipping in the U.S. Long Version: Did you …
