Winter gardening doesn't really stop just because the temperature drops. It just asks for a different set of tools, ones that can stand up to cold soil, frozen ground, and the extra care winter plants need. The right winter gardening tools let you keep your garden going through snow, ice,…
Read MoreCherokee Purple tomatoes are one of the most beloved heirloom varieties you can grow. These stunning tomatoes have a rich, complex flavor that’s both sweet and smoky—perfect for slicing fresh. Cherokee Purple tomatoes are typically grown and harvested during the summer, making them a highlight of the season for gardeners…
Read MoreWhen I first decided to grow potatoes many years ago, my first question was: how deep do you plant potatoes, anyway? Potatoes are the most popular vegetable in the United States and are the 3rd most crucial food crop behind rice and wheat. In western North Carolina Zone 7B, we…
Read MoreA self-sufficiency garden will provide your family with fresh, delicious produce that costs a fraction of what you pay at the grocery store. It's no secret that the cost of food is going up. Inflation and supply shortages are causing the prices of groceries to increase at an alarming rate.…
Read MoreThis blog post will discuss how to choose the best fertilizer for onions and provide you with information on what fertilizers onions need during the different growing stages. I will also tell you how much fertilizer to use, and how often you should fertilize your onions for a high yield.…
Read MoreDo you want to grow your own vegetables but don't have the space for a garden? Are you tired of spending a lot of money on groceries every week? If so, then you should consider growing your vegetables in a vertical garden in your outdoor space! Vertical gardens are gardens…
Read MoreMany people also ask, "does gardening save money"? The answer is yes, it does save money on your grocery budget.Gardening is a great hobby that has many benefits. In addition to being fun, it can be therapeutic and healthy for you as well. It can also be quite a money-saver.The…
Read MoreIt's no secret that I love growing tomatoes from seed. I've been growing tomatoes in my garden for years and have tried many different varieties.Last year, I decided to grow more than 25 varieties in my western North Carolina clay soil and was really happy with the results.All of them…
Read More/*! elementor - v3.5.4 - 23-01-2022 */.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} Growing hot peppers from seed provides endless opportunities to grow spicy peppers you just can't find anywhere else. There's nothing quite like biting into a fresh, spicy pepper. If you're looking to add some heat to your garden this…
Read MoreSummer is a great time to grow peppers from seed. They're easy to grow and will produce an abundant harvest in just 90 days! Add them as toppings on your pizza or use them as the main ingredient in some homemade salsa for a fresh taste of summer. Peppers also…
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