Our native passionflower produces yummy fruit called maypops, the leaves have herbal properties & the beautiful flowers attract pollinators!
Freezing herbs is a fast and easy way to retain the flavor, aroma, and nutrients found in fresh herbs.
Learn which flowers should be planted in your vegetable garden. Companion planting flowers and vegetables, yeilds better, healthier plants.
How to dry fresh herbs in the microwave. Of all the dehydration methods used for fresh herbs, the microwave is the fastest and produces the best color. Here's how to quickly dry herbs using the microwave.
Cilantro is one of the most popular herbs to grow in a fruit and vegetable garden. However, many people do not know how to properly trim cilantro so that it doesn't bother new growth. So where should you make the cut on a cilantro plant? Start at the tip of the plant where the leaves
Growing elderberry - Gather trimmings now, and by this summer you'll be making elderflower lemonade. Next summer you'll be harvesting for pies, jam & syrup.
Learn more about the best vegetables to grow indoors so you can enjoy eating fresh and healthy vegetables throughout the year!
Elderberry is a plant with many fascinating uses, and a rich history. Learn how to harvest and preserve this fruit for medicine, food, or wine. Read more.
Do you have a garden full of oregano? Learn how to dry oregano so you can enjoy that great oregano taste in dishes and meals all year long!
Do you ever feel like fresh herbs go to seed waaaay faster than you can possibly consume them? I know if I turn my back for one minute on them, I’ve got flowers. In an effort not to waste food and make the most out of everything I grow, I have started drying most of Read More >>
Wondering what to plant with cauliflower? Here's a full list of cauliflower companion plants, along with what not to plant near them.
This hops plant guide covers everything from its beauty, the best way to harvest the plant, and how to use hops for insomnia and anxiety.
Pruning raspberries every year is essential for harvesting a bumper crop. Here's how and when to prune your canes depending on your raspberry variety.
Learn how to regrow celery from scraps you used to throw away. Get tips for replanting in a pot or in your garden to harvest fresh celery for recipes.
To keep parsley, cilantro, basil and other fresh herbs from going bad so quickly, find out the best ways to store fresh herbs longer.
If you have a fresh crop from the garden, you might be wondering how to freeze cilantro. Luckily, it's easy to freeze and store this fragrant herb.
Basil is a delightful kitchen herb with a sweetly spicy flavor, fast growth, and easy cultivation. But should it be allowed to flower? Find out now.
Learn how to grow passion fruit - including tips for planting, climate, pests, harvesting, and ongoing care - for both Passiflora edulis and Passiflora incarnata - aka maypops.
There are more ways to preserve herbs than just drying them.These creative ideas will preserve the freshness of the herb garden all year.
It's a real pain for most garden lovers. Let us find out quickly How To Get Rid Of Powdery Mildew with Easy Yet Effective Ways.
Pruning tomato plants for maximum yield, get more tomatoes, larger fruit, that ripens quicker. We share [HOW TO PRUNING DETAILS]
Common mallow (Malva neglecta) is a useful edible weed you may find growing in your garden. Here's what to know about foraging & using it. #ediblewildplants
Nasturtium jelly is a unique way to use these bright spicy flowers, and it makes an unforgettable floral jelly.
Garlic is great to plant in your garden! Learn which crops are the best garlic companion plants to increase garden harvest, reduce pests, & improve flavor.
If you've grown a bumper crop of herbs in your garden here are some favorite recipes and tips for how to preserve cilantro for the best taste.
9 Dwarf Trees With High Yield Great For Small Areas! When it comes to gardening in small spaces, dwarf trees are a fantastic choice. These compact beauties not only add aesthetic appeal but also provide
Wondering what to do with elderberries? Here are a bunch of ideas for putting them to use-- including the basics of finding, harvesting, and prepping!
Learn which crops are the best onion companion plants to increase your garden harvest, reduce pests, and improve flavor in your onions and other crops...
Learn about foraging St. John's wort, how to harvest and use, and how to make infused oil and salve using fresh St. John's wort flowers.
Grow better tomatoes by learning which crops are the best tomato companion plants to increase your tomato harvest, reduce pests, and improve flavor.
If you are wondering, How to Grow Blackberries in Pots, this detailed guide will help you with all the necessary information!
Drying flowers in a dehydrator is probably one of the easiest ways to preserve them for the long term. We show you the simple steps to do it.
Looking to learn how to grow a pineapple? You've come to the right place! The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical plant that is part of the Bromeliaceae family and can be grown in a number of different climates, with a tropical or subtropical climate being favored. But do you know how to grow a pineapple in your home or garden? We'll show you how! Pineapples are actually fairly easy to grow, and all you really need is just the top part of the pineapple (the crown) and some water! While this may not necessarily guarantee the actual fruit, it
If you are planning a kitchen garden and wondering what to grow near chives, wonder no more. There are a host of perfect chive plant companions for texture, color, and flavor. Use the information and
Blueberry plants can be expensive to buy at the nursery, but it's easy enough to become your own nursery once you have a few established plants. Propagating blueberries from cuttings has a high success rate,
If you're growing cilantro, the main thing to ask yourself is if you're doing it right. Check out this great method to get the best results.
Knowing when to harvest garlic can be tricky. Here are tips to help you decide when the time is right to harvest garlic, plus learn how to cure and store garlic for winter.