Kale ‘Scarlet’ (OP)
Matures: 60 days Type: Open Pollinated (OP) How to Grow: Learn how to grow » This red to purple kale starts as a dark green leaf with an overlay of maroon. The baby leaves are tender and can be enjoyed fresh in a salad mix. As the leaves mature, they become... Read More
How to Choose Plants for Containers
Practically anything can be grown in a container, including many trees. But, before you dash to the nursery to buy plants, take time to plan what you want from your container garden. Do you want to grow vegetables, herbs, or flowers? A tree? Where are you planning to set up... Read More
Welcoming Bees into Your Garden
Early summer I was in the garden looking at my flowering shrubs and found them thrumming with activity. Tiny black wasps, ladybugs and lots of bees were thrilled with the nectar that my flowering plants were providing. Now that the seasonal blooms have dwindled, I have noticed the populations have... Read More
Getting Started with Container Gardening
Container gardening is a simple yet rewarding way to grow plants that produce food, flowers, or foliage. There are a few guidelines to follow to ensure your container garden will be productive throughout the growing season, so here’s an overview about what you need to create your own container garden!... Read More