7 Reasons Zinnias are a Must-Have in Your Garden!
Zinnias are a must-have in the garden for many benefits. They are one of the few plants that tolerate extreme summer heat and drought in Oklahoma.
How Long Will Seeds Last in Storage?
How long do seeds last in storage? It depends on how they are stored and what kind of seeds they are. Some types of vegetable, fruit, or flower seeds last one year, and some last for many.
How to Grow Jerusalem Artichokes (Sunchokes)
Have you heard of Jerusalem artichokes or sunchokes? They are easy to grow and even have pretty flowers that smell like chocolate.
Teaching Children Where Their Food Comes From
TEACHING CHILDREN WHERE FOOD COMES FROM: Kids are so far removed from the production of food these days that they have no idea where it orginates or what it takes to produce it. Teaching children where their food comes from is imperative.
How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs
I really really really really hate squash bugs! I mean, they are the bane of my existence. I scarcely ever even get a single squash from a single plant in our garden. If there was a way to remove those suckers from the face of the earth, I sure would do it.
9 Benefits of Companion Planting
Companion planting is the practice of planting things together that help each other grow. Check out the benefits of companion planting for your garden!
Fresh Green Beans, Using and Storing Garden Vegetables
USING AND STORING FRESH GREEN BEANS: Fresh green beans come out of the garden in the summer at an alarming rate. They are delicious and we use them as fast as we can. Storing garden vegetables helps you enjoy them all year long.
How to Grow Cabbage
HOW TO GROW CABBAGE: Cabbage is an amazing vegetable. Healthy, delicious, and easy to grow. It’s a cool-season crop that grows in spring or fall. It’s low maintenance and can withstand pests fairly well. It’s a great addition to your vegetable garden. I hope you will grow cabbage this year.
19 Tips to Save Money in your Garden
There are lots of great ways to save money in your garden. With some creativity and style, you can garden on the cheap AND get food!
10 Benefits of Raised Garden Beds
Raised beds are fairly popular among gardeners these days. There is nothing wrong with gardening right in the ground, but raised beds offer some different options to gardeners as growing spaces.