QUESTION: I love the idea of growing my own thornless blackberries, but I’m not the most experienced gardener. Are thornless blackberries hard to grow? — Janine T. ANSWER: It’s true that growing thornless blackberries has a few extra steps, but none of those steps should be … [Read more...]
How Should Raised Beds Be Oriented?
QUESTION: I’m setting up my first raised bed garden, and I need to know how to orient the beds. Should they run east-west or north-south? ANSWER: There are a few rules of thumb you can refer to when you’re plotting out a raised bed garden. However, the very best way to … [Read more...]
How Long Does It Take to Grow Carrots From Seeds?
QUESTION: I’d like to grow my own carrots this year, and I’d like to know when to start expecting a harvest. How long will it take me to grow my own carrots? ANSWER: Most carrots take between 50 and 80 days to mature, counting from the date the seed was planted. Some can take … [Read more...]
14 Popular Culinary Herbs to Grow for Your Kitchen
by Jennifer Poindexter Some people grow things for fun. Other people grow things for functionality. Which category do you fall under? For me, if I’m going to grow something there usually must be a purpose. My purpose can be that I like the way it looks, but typically, it … [Read more...]
15 Easy to Grow Berries You Should Consider
by Jennifer Poindexter Would you like to grow fruit around your home? Are you confused about which fruits to grow and where? One of the easiest fruits to grow are berries. There are many varieties, but most are simple to grow and care for. Not to mention, berries can be … [Read more...]
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