I have a love of indoor houseplants, as you might guess. One of my favorite plants (and let’s face it, they’re kind of all my favorite plants) is the devil’s backbone plant. This simple but elegant plant hails from warm, tropical parts of North America and is a solid addition to an indoor botanical garden...
Fennel is one of my all time favorite herbs to grow. It’s a tall, sturdy, hardy herb similar to dill that adds a wonderful aroma to my garden and is good in several dishes that I frequently cook. I just like the plant too. The frond-like leaves swaying in the breeze on a warm summer...
On the subject of squirrels, many folks are looking for ways to deter or get rid of squirrels. But squirrels have their place in our cities, towns, and communities. They are one of many countless animal species that we share this planet with, and one we see often skittering across sidewalks and up trees. Not...
I love growing unusual plants that you wouldn’t normally find. Some gardeners, such as myself, really want those unusual plants, flowers, vegetables, and herbs that make folks say ‘wow!’ Turmeric is one such plant. Knowing how to grow turmeric will give you a fresh source of the spice and dazzle folks who visit your home....
I have a green thumb and I’m proud of it, but that doesn’t mean I don’t like easy plants. Resurrection plants, sometimes called the Rose of Jericho, are one of those plants that are so easy to grow it’s ridiculous. A resurrection plant is perfect for anyone who wants to add a little green to...
March is the month that separates the gardeners who’ll have a head start from everyone else scrambling to catch up in May. The difference between those two groups isn’t talent — it’s timing. What you do under lights, in cold frames, and in the ground right now determines how your whole season unfolds. The challenge...
