Are you a gardening enthusiast who wants to bring the outdoors inside, or a city dweller looking to escape the concrete jungle with a little green oasis? Terrarium plants might be just what you need! Terrariums, often confused with “jarrariums,” are miniature plant ecosystems housed in glass containers. They’ve taken the gardening world by storm … Read more
Optimizing Sunlight for a Bountiful Harvest Cultivating a thriving vegetable garden begins with a fundamental understanding of light – perhaps the most critical element for the vast majority of vegetables. Sunlight acts as the primary energy source for photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, fueling their growth and development. … Read more
The sesame plant thrives in hot, dry climates, making it an excellent choice for many growers in the western US. Gardening expert Sarah Jay shares her tips on planting, growing, and caring for this unique plant. Have you ever seen a sesame plant? You’re probably familiar with sesame seeds, sesame oil, and tahini—but have you … Read more
There is truly nothing comparable to the experience of harvesting fresh, sun-warmed mangoes directly from your own tree. For gardening enthusiasts residing in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11, cultivating these magnificent tropical trees in your outdoor garden is entirely possible. Even if you don’t live in these zones, you can still successfully grow mango … Read more
When summer heats up, there’s nothing quite like biting into a homegrown melon. Farmer Briana Yablonski shares how to grow honeydews from seed to harvest. Honeydew might not be everyone’s first pick when it comes to melons, but don’t dismiss them just because you’ve only had store-bought versions in fruit salads. A homegrown honeydew is … Read more
If you want the sweetest strawberries for your garden this year, ‘Albion’ is the perfect choice. These day-neutral plants are simple to grow and yield an abundance of tasty fruit. In this guide, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shares his tips for planting, growing, and maintaining these high-producing berries. ‘Albion’ strawberries are exceptionally sweet and effortless … Read more
Is there anything sweeter than a homegrown summer strawberry? Maybe one plucked from a plant covered in pretty pink blooms. Gardener Katherine Rowe explores pink-flowering strawberry varieties perfect for hanging baskets or containers this season. Nothing beats a strawberry freshly picked from the garden. Pink-flowering strawberries don’t just offer delicious summer fruits—they also add a … Read more
Growing raspberries at home lets you savor sweet, flavorful fruits at their peak. Follow farmer Briana Yablonski’s advice to cultivate these perennial berries in your garden. Adding fruit-bearing plants to your garden makes outdoor time even more enjoyable. Freshly picked carrots or tomatoes are satisfying, but a sun-warmed raspberry straight from the plant? That’s pure … Read more