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Enjoying Moss Rose in Your Garden

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Portulaca grandiflora, or moss rose, is a member of the purslane) Portulacaceae family. This small family contains less than 100 species, including the edible purslane weed, which is a prolific self-seeder. Moss rose plants are beautiful when used in pots and container gardens and also make an excellent ground cover. Don’t let this plant’s small stature fool you; portulacas are sturdy and beautiful at the same time. They are a great option for hot and dry climates and have a short and sweet spreading habit.

How to Have Great Success With Arugula

3 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Isn’t it wonderful that we can grow an abundance of delicious and nutritious leafy greens in a small space? In fact, arugula, the slightly bitter and spicy leafy green grows exceptionally well in a container. As a bonus, if you don’t pick your arugula, it will grow beautiful flowers that you can harvest and eat right along with the greens. Here are some tips to help you successfully grow arugula in a container as well as in your garden.

5 Steps to Success When Hardening Off Seedlings for Your Outdoor Garden

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Hardening off your seedlings is the best thing you can do to prepare them for the harsh, unforgiving outside world that is so different from the regulated environment they have been in for the entirety of their short lives. Instead of simply sticking them in the ground (which is just setting them up for failure), take the time to acclimate them to things like wind, rain, and inconsistent sunlight to help them grow stronger and withstand environmental extremes. Follow these simple steps to harden off your plants and help them thrive.

How to Grow and Harvest Flaxseed

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Flaxseeds are incredibly healthy, and are often towards the top of lists of the healthiest seeds, right along with chia and hemp. They are loaded with omega 3 fatty acids, proteins, dietary fibers, vitamins of the B group, and minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. If you’re looking to add a new crop to your garden this season and grow your very own flax, this article will help you get started.

Strapped For Time? How to be an Efficient Gardener

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Life can get busy very quickly, especially in the prime gardening months of the spring and summer, and it can be hard to chisel out time from your tight schedule to spend in the garden. If you find yourself searching for ways to maximize your precious garden time and become more efficient, then these tips are for you. Read on to find out more.

7 Perennials That Aren’t Really Perennials

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

We all love the bright colors and plentiful blooms of annuals. But let’s face it, they’re not exactly the most economical plants for your garden. Even if you save some money by buying annuals from seed, the cost over the years adds up, especially if you focus on annuals more than perennials. Fortunately, there is a way to ensure that you get your annual fix without having to break the bank in the process. Read on to find out about our favorite annuals that masquerade as perennials and come back every year.

3 No Fail Herbs to Grow from Seed

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Herbs are an essential addition to any garden and are an excellent ways for the beginner gardener to get their feet wet. They are easy to grow and will produce throughout the whole year if cared for properly. From the kitchen to various beauty products, and medicinal salves, you are almost guaranteed to start using fresh herbs in virtually every room in your house. Thankfully, growing herbs from seed is easy and is a wonderful (and inexpensive) way to create a bountiful herb garden.

Should You Spend Money on Annuals? (here is when it works)

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Experienced gardeners are all across the board regarding annuals, and it can often be challenging to sort through all the noise and figure out just when these temporary plants should have a place in your shopping cart. Here are a few dos and don’ts when it comes to the alluring (yet fleeting) eye-candy of the garden.

How to Grow Your Own Chia Seeds and Why You Should

4 min read | Author - Mary Ellen Ellis

Health enthusiasts revere the little chia seed as a nutrient-packed superfood. This tiny seed has been cultivated since ancient times in the Americas. Native to South and Central America, legend has it that Aztec warriors prized chia seeds for energy and strength. To enjoy the benefits of chia seeds you don’t have to look far—they’re in nearly every grocery store and available online. But, if you may want to grow your own, here’s what you need to know.

Seed Starting Tips for Success

3 min read | Author - Mary Helen Dyer

Seed-starting isn’t difficult as you may think, and it’s a lot of fun to plant flower and vegetables you have grown. There are several things you can do to ensure your seeds will germinate and grow to maturity.

Understanding Seeds: Hybrid vs. Heirloom, Which is Best?

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Hybrid and heirloom are two terms that are thrown around a lot in the gardening world and it can often be difficult to figure out what exactly they mean and how these two terms are different. Hybrid and heirloom refer to the way that the plants are reproduced and the effect that this has on the seed. It is hard to say that one is better over the other, but this article will give you a helpful overview of how to choose which one is right for you.

Enjoying Moss Rose in Your Garden

How to Have Great Success With Arugula

5 Steps to Success When Hardening Off Seedlings for Your Outdoor Garden

How to Grow and Harvest Flaxseed

Strapped For Time? How to be an Efficient Gardener

7 Perennials That Aren’t Really Perennials

3 No Fail Herbs to Grow from Seed

Should You Spend Money on Annuals? (here is when it works)

How to Grow Your Own Chia Seeds and Why You Should

Seed Starting Tips for Success

Understanding Seeds: Hybrid vs. Heirloom, Which is Best?

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