Explore the world of crunchy roots and bulbs for a bountiful underground harvest. This category covers everything from planting to care.
It seems like many gardeners growing beets struggle with crowded beds and stunted roots. The secret lies in treating your crop exactly how you prefer to be treated. You must choose neighbors who respect boundaries and stay out of the way. Beet the Crowds, Root for Friends Your successful relationship with beet root crops depends…
Sweet potatoes’ sweet dreams are made of these nine plants. Who am I to disagree? I traveled the world and the seven seas (or at least the seed aisles) to find partners that truly pull their weight… and found these specialists. Over the years, I’ve noticed certain companions consistently pull their weight, helping sweet potatoes…
Back in the day, my mom and I used to mark our calendars for when we had to dig up bulbs from the backyard, and now, it’s almost like I’ve developed an intuition for it. Having worked with hundreds of different bulbs, I can say with confidence that I know which bulbs to dig up…
Admit it. You perfectly fit the unique role of the adrenaline gardener. While others were out enjoying autumn weather, you were wisely saving your bulb-planting energy for a last-gasp sprint. We, the glorious procrastinators, prefer a thrilling challenge. You are not late, fellow deadline dodger. You’re a time optimist with a unique planting schedule. If…
Stop planting annuals, and start planting perennials! Wait. Stop planting annuals, and start planting annuals that act like perennials! You’ll love vegetables and herbs that take matters into their own hands. A self-seeding garden is the ultimate gardening trick for anyone who loves fresh produce but secretly (or openly) hates dirt under their nails. What…
On our Facebook page, one of the most popular questions we get is regarding the ideal planting time for bulbous flowers. And, rightly so, because they can be a pain in the bum to time correctly. In this article, not only will I take you through the ideal planting time for common bulbs, but also…