Articles and guides on various gardening methods, such as the Mittleider Gardening Method, as well as general tips for growing vegetables and maintaining a successful garden.
Greenhouses have long been a staple for gardeners. If you love having your own homegrown food, with a greenhouse, you can have a luscious garden all year round! In this article, we’ll be going over nine vegetables that are perfect for greenhouse growing and providing you with everything you need to know to yield the…
Among the most harmful components to greenhouse vegetation is insect infestation. Although gardeners battle pests in their outdoor plants, those grown in a greenhouse are more at risk. Being in a controlled environment with no access for predators to feed on the insects, the pests can thrive further destroying the vegetation. An indoor garden means…
If you want to jump into the world of gardening, there are several things that you must consider before you begin planting your crops. Some vegetables require different acidity levels (pH) in the soil than others and knowing your specific soil is key. Alkaline soil, sometimes called “sweet soil,” has a higher pH level. Which…
There’s nothing like a fresh cup of coffee in the morning. Have you ever dreamed of growing and making your own coffee right out of your greenhouse? While Americans are some of the world’s biggest coffee drinkers, almost all commercial coffee beans are grown and harvested overseas. Is it possible to grow your own in…
A farm pond is a small tank or reservoir-like construction that some people have constructed on their property. The purpose of a farm pond is to store surface runoff generated in the area. It can also be helpful for those living on farms by acting as a water supply for irrigation, cattle feed, and fish…
Whether you are new to gardening or you have the ultimate green thumb, you may be wondering which vegetables you can grow in indirect sunlight. If you are plotting out your garden, the good news is that there are plenty of vegetables that can thrive in indirect sunlight. The key to success is planning ahead…
If you are growing or plan to grow a vegetable garden, you know that a lot of work and money can go into this. If you want to truly benefit from your veggies, you need to keep out unwanted pests and allow your crops to grow properly. Whether you have a large garden or a…
Contrary to popular belief, vegetable growing is not limited to large backyards or acres of land. Many gardeners with small yards—or even an apartment patio or balcony—can grow vegetable plants. As long as they care for and maintain the plants correctly with the right tools, they can successfully grow vegetables. One of the first consideration…
Carrots are a beautiful thing. There are so many different ways to eat them that one simply can’t grow bored of them. You can find a place for them in every meal of the day, whether it’s in smoothies, baked, dipped in hummus for a quick lunch break, or even in cake. However, to eat…
When people think about planting and harvesting crops, they usually think about doing it in warm weather. After all, these are typically optimal conditions for plants to be able to survive and thrive. However, some people might wonder if plants can survive colder conditions. Can zucchini survive frost? Zucchini is a warm-season crop and should…