Everything You Wanted to Know About Plant Hardiness Zones (*but were afraid to ask)
You’ve Seen the Pretty Colors, on the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map So What Do They Mean? The USDA and Harvard’s Arnold Arboretum established a set...
Resolve to Garden in 2017
There is nothing new under the sun ~ 20 years ago, I took Dr. Andrew Weil’s advice and put myself, and my family, on a restricted ‘news diet’ to...
And The Winner Is …
It’s nearly the end of 2016, and time for us to recount the highs and lows of this past growing season. We all have our areas of interest, but for me, it’s all about you …. Trends in what gardeners wanted this past growing year. Basically, what plant sold THE BEST in 2016.
Tis The Season To Plant Seedlings
While everyone is running around finishing holiday shopping, we’re busier than Santa’s elves in our greenhouse. Introducing a few new techniques and tricks of the trade, we’ve been hard at work planting and preparing our herbs and flowers for their debut this spring. Take a look…
Shorter Days Mean A Need For More Light
As the sun began setting here in Zone 7 yesterday, I looked at my watch and couldn’t believe that it was only four o’clock! While the darkness descended around our farm, I thought to myself how depressing the winter months can be for gardeners. What is an avid gardener to do? Bring your herb garden indoors and make your own light!
Herb Gardening: A Label of Love!
Give green with great stocking stuffers for the gardeners on your list this year! A great way to add personality to your garden (and help you recall what you planted!) is to label your plants with plant markers.
Moving In – Bringing Your Herbs Indoors For Winter
While the fall foliage is beautiful, it marks the end of many outdoor gardening tasks until spring thaws the ground again. Before you begin to panic and go harvesting your herbs for drying and freezing, consider transplanting them for indoor use to enjoy fresh flavors all winter long.
Herbs In The Landscape
When many people envision their garden, they feel the need to choose between fashion and function — Flowers or Herbs. Yet, little do they know, that the two can be combined to enjoy the best of both worlds. So what does an herb offer for your landscape?
Never Fear, Fall Is Here!
Fall has arrived at our farm!