Container Corner

Best Garden Planning Software and Apps

Cold winter days are my favourite time to plan next season's garden. Using the best garden planning software and apps is an efficient way to plan both the contents and layout of your garden. These days there are MANY options, each with various features and tools that make it a snap to create your detailed ...

Marigolds as Vegetable Companion Plants

Marigolds are not just pretty in flower beds, they have a job in the vegetable garden as beneficial companion plants. No, that doesn’t mean they make good company and keep the veggies company. They can help lessen the damage done to vegetables by certain pests. I’ve planted marigolds around my tomatoes for over a decade ...