Growing zinnia seedlings gives you a little head start on your plants An earlier start means earlier flower blooming , but you need to get your timing right. You can also plant zinnia seeds directly outside after the spring frost, in fact, it's great to do both. I personally do both every early ... READ the POST
Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Growing + Benefits
I grow Calendula flowers in our home garden every summer. Calendula Officinalis flowers (also called Pot Marigold) is a cheerful and useful plant. It's super easy to grow (I'd say fool proof) and it's great for companion planting. The petals are edible and often used with as cake decorations or ... READ the POST
Best Garden Planner for Garden Planning
This garden planner will help you garden better!Is garden planning challenging for you? Do you have pieces of paper all over the place in a disorganized fashion? Do you forget what dates and things you need to keep track of when garden planning? Are you a garden doodler with ideas and ... READ the POST
Broccoli Leaves- a New Garden Super Food
Broccoli can be a challenge to grow Out of all the plants I've grown, broccoli and brussel sprouts are my nemesis. Sure I've enjoyed lots of sprouting broccoli, but never beautiful large heads. Broccoli plants dislike the summer heat, causing the plants to become too stressed and flower ... READ the POST
Nasturtium Flowers from Seed+ Colors and Varieties
Nasturtium flowers make a fantastic addition to your home garden. The nasturtium flowers, seeds and leaves are edible (see recipes here). They also add beauty to your vegetable garden and are great for companion planting. Nasturtiums come many colors and have two growing habits: bush and ... READ the POST
Homesteading To Do Lists (Month-to-Month)
Want to learn how to homestead? Homesteading keeps you busy & there are many season tasks Homesteading will mean something different depending on where you live. It also changes whether or not you keep animals, want to preserve a little or a lot or the size of your homestead. The homestead ... READ the POST
