Guide to Vegetable Gardening in Winter

parsley with snow

Plants thrive best when they are planted in their season. A winter plant will hardly grow in summer and vice versa. You might perhaps think that it’s more challenging to grow vegetables in winter because of the absence of enough sunlight. Some regions have longer winter. If you live in an area … Read more

How to Grow Onions Like a Pro

red onion bulbs with roots

Onion is the 2nd most popular vegetable in the world, next to tomatoes. The annual global onion production reaches 93.17 metric tonnes. Countries including China, India, and the US are among the top producers of onions worldwide. China produces 22.3 metric tonnes, while India reaches 19.3 metric tonnes and the US with … Read more

Common Herb Gardening Mistakes You Should Avoid

Coriander seedlings

Gardening is one of the best ways to maximize a vacant space in your yard, balcony or patio. Besides being economical and practical, it is also therapeutic and useful, especially for older people and those suffering from anxiety. You truly can save money by growing your herbs because you use them almost … Read more

Guide to Vegetable Gardening in Summer

different vegetables inside the trays and baskets

The first thing in mind, perhaps, is to ask, “Is it suitable to grow vegetables in summer? Especially that the temperatures can be very sweltering. The answer is, Yes, when you know what to plant according to your location and your available time and resources for caring for them. Many plants love … Read more

How to Grow Strawberries in Containers?

strawberry plants with their green and red fruits

Heads up, strawberry lovers! You love strawberry juice, strawberry buttermilk sherbet, strawberry cakes, strawberry galettes, strawberry cocktails, and perhaps, you love to use a strawberry vinegar in your cooking. Your love for strawberries just a perfect motivation to grow your own strawberries and pick fresh fruits from your garden. If you are … Read more

Guide to Creating Your Own Mini Zen Garden

An arching wooden bridge with water flowing below it, and green trees and shrubs all around

Let’s learn a little history Amidst chaotic surroundings, of life’s hustle and bustle, we look for ways to maintain peace in our inner beings, and having a Zen Garden, is simply one of the excellent and practical ways. A zen garden is relatively just a small garden surrounded by a wall intended … Read more

Guide to Growing Herbs Year Round

herb leaves and spices placed with each other

Whether you have a green thumb or none, you can always grow herbs with the proper guidance. It can also be your kick-off point in your transition to healthy living. They can give that extra flavor and aroma to the delicious food you prepare for yourself or for the family. Herbs such … Read more

Common Square Foot Gardening Mistakes to Avoid

raised garden bed of lettuce, tomatoes, basil, marigolds, zinnias, garlic chives, zucchini

Every gardener would fall in love with the idea of square foot gardening simply because of its simplicity, space-saving quality, and efficiency. Setting up your first square foot garden can be challenging at first, but once you get the hang of it, the possibilities become endless. For starters, a square foot garden requires the … Read more

Square Foot vs Container: Things You Should Know Before Building Your Garden

plant seedlings

Gardening has been gathering attention recently as more and more people flex their Instagram-worthy gardens all over social media platforms. Most popular of these are square foot and container gardens. Square foot gardening is a technique developed by Mel Bartholomew who incorporated his engineering skills and ideas to gardening back in the 1980s. … Read more

Which Vegetables are the Most Suitable for Container Gardening

spinach sprout in a pot

It’s always guilt-free to consume foods that you know are clean, healthy, freshly cooked, and even freshly picked from the garden. Indeed, your body will receive the full health benefits of it. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables comes with a price, especially when you are eating in a restaurant or a hotel … Read more