“What did well? The asparagus: I froze a decent amount. Strawberries did well, and the raspberries are still producing! Yellow beans are still producing more than we can eat, so enough to share with ...
Learn about vegetables to plant in fall for a spring harvest. Plant vegetables like beets, kale, and peas in fall to harvest ...
October is the perfect time to plant some low-maintenance, spring-flowering bulbs,” says Angelika Zaber, a garden expert and ...
US HOMEOWNERS are re-purposing their old Amazon boxes and using them to help their “no dig” yards flourish. The discarded ...
Mulch – it not only suppresses weeds, but keeps the soil warm, improves water retention and adds a little winter duvet to your outside space. October’s a good month for carrots, peas, asparagus, broad ...
As October arrives, gardeners must get their yards ready for cooler weather. Here are 9 tasks to accomplish in the first weeks of autumn.
I love a good autumn display of squash and pumpkin. But caution! If you plan to eat your squash, you need to protect it from ...
Proper mulching is one of the most beneficial practices you can provide for your trees and large shrubs, but selecting the right type of mulch makes all the difference. Organic mulches such as ...
Charles Lamb, the English essayist, once said “asparagus inspires gentle thoughts.” I heartily agree — but also add that they taste great, too. Local asparagus season is in full swing. If you are not ...
Cover asparagus and rhubarb beds with a mulch of manure or compost. Store garden supplies and fertilizers in a safe, dry place out of reach of children. Western Oregon: Spade organic material and lime ...
Experts highly recommend mulching roses for winter. Mulch around the base insulates roots from damaging freeze-thaw cycles. Cold areas need extra soil and mulch, while warmer areas require only a thin ...