Learning how to grow jalapenos in Oklahoma can be a rewarding and productive experience, especially with the state’s long, hot summers and generally favorable growing conditions for peppers. Jalapeños are a warm-season crop that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making them a great choice for beginner gardeners and experienced ones. With just a…
Learning how to grow Sunflowers in Oklahoma is easier than you might think. They are a cheerful and rewarding crop to grow in our sunny and variable climate. And simple, even for beginning gardeners! Whether you’re planting them for beauty, pollinators, or seeds, these bold blooms thrive in the state’s long, hot summers. With plenty…
Learning how to grow Carolina Reaper hot peppers successfully is not impossible, even for a beginning gardener. Growing these fiery peppers requires patience, care, and the right conditions to maximize yield and spice level. With an average heat level of 1,641,183 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) and peaks of over 2,200,000 SHU., it is one of…
If you’re short on space, learning how to grow tomatillos in containers is a great option. With the right care, they can thrive in pots on a patio, balcony, or backyard, even for the beginning gardener. Tomatillos are a fantastic addition to any home garden, known for their bright green husks and tart flavor. Tomatillos…
Mint is a versatile herb that adds a refreshing touch to culinary offerings but also offers health benefits. Learn how to grow mint and have an endless supply! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginning gardener, cultivating mint is an immensely rewarding experience. With its invigorating scent and abundant uses, mint is a must-have…
If you grow mint, you will have excess mint to use. I hate wasting my garden production, so I learned a ton of ways to use my excess produce from the garden. If you have excess mint, there are several enjoyable and practical ways to use it. Mint is a versatile herb that can be…
If you are a gardener, you need to understand your soil. The soil pH measures the level of acidity or alkalinity in the soil and determines the type of plants you can grow. Check out how to test soil pH with and without a kit.
Lay out your garden dreams on paper with this printable vegetable garden planner. It makes it easy to draw out your garden and add plants to get the perfect layout.
Companion planting for lettuce is growing plants with your lettuce that will support them nutritionally and protect them. What plants have similar water and sun needs?
The year before last we were super lazy about our fall garden tasks and last year ended up being one of our worst garden years ever. Everything that happens in the garden teaches us. This helped me learn that fall garden tasks are some of the most important tasks for garden success.
