Giant pumpkins are just a thing from fairy tale books, right? Wrong! There's actually an annual worldwide competition to find out who has grown the biggest pumpkin. The current world record has been held by a German gardener since 2014,...

Invasive plants are non-native plants which thrive and spread aggressively, displacing other natural plants. They are usually introduced by people either accidentally or on purpose, into a region far from their native habitat making these plants non-native. Non-native plant...

The first frost date is something that most gardeners view with apprehension, especially when there are green tomatoes on the vine. Will their plants get to produce a decent harvest, or will a cold snap dash all their hopes and...

Your indoor herb garden will be convenient, fragrant, and pest-free. They require little maintenance and are simple to start! Fresh herbs have been used for medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. Now, it is becoming clear that these plants contain...

If you are a first-time gardener or an experienced gardener, you will surely need to have at least some knowledge on soil pH. The ultimate growth of plants in your garden area depends on multiple factors and soil pH...

This article was co-authored by Catherine Bleish and Elizabeth Klebart. Are tomatoes coming out of your ears, yet?   Personally, I (Elizabeth) like to slice them like apples and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper.  But if you’re feeling more adventurous,...

There are four articles in this series on different strategies for cold-weather chicken care. This article explores how to prevent and treat frostbite in chickens. To read the others, click on the links below: “Cold-Weather Chicken Care: 11 Quick...

Florida has finally passed a bill that trumps all the bans on front yard gardens. Inspired by a couple in Miami Shores who were forced to tear out their “unsightly” 17 year old vegetable garden, change has finally happened...

Are your plants just not happy and you don't know why--?  It could be that you're watering wrong. But--HOW can you water "wrong"? You just put water on the plant and you're done, right? Well, not exactly. Especially in a drier...

Attracting pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden can be as easy as planting flowers full of nectar, but there are a few key things you can do to keep them around and coming back! 1. Provide...

Seedo is the first fully automatic growing device for all types of herbs and it is designed with lazy people in mind. There’s no need for any prior knowledge or experience, Seedo will do all the work for you. Pair...

Container Gardening It’s an amazing dream. Having your own garden where you grow fruits, vegetables, and flowers. But a garden needs a lot of space, doesn’t it? And all you have is some space in your balcony or patio. Does this mean you...