“Vegetable gardens absolutely don’t have to be boring plots of green!” That joyful declaration sets the tone for Vibrant Harvest: Cultivating a Kaleidoscope of Colors in Your Vegetable Garden with Heirlooms, Modern Hybrids, and More, a new guide from gardener and educator Sandra Mao. The 2025 book invites home gardeners to rethink what a productive ...
Listen | Edible GardeningPreserving your harvest - or more of it - is an attainable goal for your growing season, thanks to the book "The Preserver's Garden."
Listen | Gardening BasicsMicrogreens - baby herbs and veggies that have just sprouted - are nutritious, easy to grow and are ready for harvest in just 10 days.
Listen | Edible GardeningBasil is an aromatic herb commonly used in both Asian and Italian cooking. There are a myriad of varieties with different colours, flavours and leaf shapes. While lovely in a garden, basil is a perfect candidate for containers. Growing basil in pots is a cinch. Choose a pot with good drainage that's at least twice ...
Listen | Container GardeningTiming the stunning blossoms of Amaryllis for the Holiday Season requires a bit of planning. Shoot for the first of November when planting Amaryllis bulbs for holiday blooms. Here's the how-to for show-stopping blossoms for the home or gifting.
Listen | Container GardeningTo grow tomatoes in containers, choose a large, well-draining pot, use a high-quality potting mix, and provide ample sunlight.
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