How to Grow Zinnia Flowers
Zinnia flowers were one of the first things I ever grew from seed. My mom recommended them to me as a beginner because they are so easy. And she was…
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Why I Love Growing Creeping Phlox
If you’re looking for a vibrant, low-maintenance way to cover bare spots in your garden and support pollinators, then creeping phlox might just be your new favorite plant! I know…
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How to Grow Lettuce
If you’re getting started with gardening because you want to grow your own food, lettuce is a great option! Gardening is all about building your confidence as you go, and…
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Why I Love Growing Sage
One of my favorite perennials to grow in the garden is sage. I love the low-growing, mounding types that can spread slowly and fill in areas between other plants. These…
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How to Propagate Raspberries
Raspberries are one of my favorite fruits, and they can be pretty pricey to buy. Luckily they are some of the easiest fruits to grow! Unlike blueberries, the plants don’t…
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How to Grow Potatoes
Today we’re talking all about how to grow potatoes! Potatoes aren’t the most expensive thing to buy at the store, but they are cost-effective and can produce high yields. A…
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Plants I Love for Beneficial Insects
I’m not anti-pesticides—they certainly have their place in gardening. But I try my best not to use them. Instead, I try to companion plant my food crops with plants and…
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How to Propagate Basil
Today we’re talking about how to propagate basil from stem cuttings. It’s a super easy thing to do if you want to enjoy fresh basil for your whole growing season….
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Planting Our Mini Backyard Orchard
Today we’re talking through planting our mini orchard in our backyard. One of the things I always hear from people who are looking to expand their gardens and increase their…
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How to Save Arugula Seeds
Arugula is one of those plants that is so easy to save seeds from in the spring. Not only because one plant produces a ton of seed pods, but because…
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How to Propagate Catmint
Catmint is one of my favorite perennials. It’s hardy, mounding growth makes it a solid choice for filling in areas under taller plants—or just for ground cover in general. And…
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How to Build a Low Tunnel Bed Topper
Hey there! Today we’re talking about how to extend the growing season by using low tunnels and mini hoop houses 🙂 Also referred to as grow tunnels (and similar to…
