If you are wanting to grow your own lavender plants be sure to keep reading this post on how to care for a lavender plant. When most people think of lavender (aka Lavandula Angustifolia), they picture a light purple flower with a pleasant fragrance. But it is so much more than that. The blooms rangeContinue Reading…

Coriander is the seed of the cilantro plant and is easy to grow in an herb garden. Learn how to grow coriander in pots and care for it, cook with it, and use it for medicinal purposes. Coriander is the name given to the seeds of an herbaceous plant (Coriandrum sativum) more commonly known asContinue Reading…

Thinking about growing cantaloupe? Learn how to grow cantaloupe from seeds. It is easier then you might think! Cantaloupes, also called muskmelons, are members of the Cucurbitaceae family, which includes zucchini, cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, and watermelon. They are easy to grow in home vegetable gardens when provided with proper care, according to the University ofContinue Reading…

Have you ever heard of using compost to heat greenhouse? It may not be an option for your main source of heat if you live in a super cold climate.  It is a great option if you just need to knock off the chill from the cold air. We touched on using compost to heatContinue Reading…

Thinking about having a winter garden or early spring garden, these tips might be helpful. I’m going to share some tips on what to plant before winter hits. Gardening – What To Plant Before Winter Hits Do you want a head start on your garden next year? Want to give your plants the best possibleContinue Reading…