Farming is not just a job, it’s also a way of life. The dedication and hard work that go into producing a successful harvest are unmatched. However, the road to
Cultivating Excellence: 5 Essential Habits for Farming Success Read more
As winter approaches, it’s essential to prepare your fig tree for the cold weather ahead. Fig trees, with their lush foliage and sweet fruits, can be susceptible to damage from
Cold Care: Winter Tips for Your Fig Tree Read more
Welcome to the ultimate guide on growing and harvesting Boston Bibb lettuce! If you’re a fan of fresh, crisp greens that are bursting with flavor, then you’re in for a
Boston Bibb Brilliance: Tips for Growing Your Own Butterhead Lettuce Read more
When you visit our garden center, it’s a lot of fun to browse the selections of perennial plants, annual flowers, herbs, and vegetable plants. How do all those plants wind
Behind the Scenes: How We Start & Grow Our Plants for Sale Read more
Growing basil can be a rewarding experience, but even for seasoned gardeners, keeping these herbs alive and thriving can sometimes be a challenge. Basil is known for its aromatic leaves
Basil Survival: Secrets to Keeping your Plants Alive and Thriving Read more
The tomatoes are starting to express themselves! Woop woop! The goal was June 1st and we are meeting that goal, right on the blossom. Go us, go us. I love
Zinnias are a favorite flower for the garden with their cheerful daisy-like flowers and the marvelous variety of colors and sizes. The colorful blooms show off in the garden all
Blooming Beauties: Tips for Growing Zinnias in Your Garden Read more
Because one should never appreciate what they have (strawberries) and should instead clamor for what they don’t have, we have been side-eyeing the sweet cherries and the blueberries (a watched
berries are always riper on the other side Read more
Strawberries are just starting and it is so awesome! By early Spring you’re eating California strawberries knowing they’re not as good. But then you have a local strawberry, and you
time for the strawberry dance Read more
Looky looky! My sunflowers are starting! If you don’t know the story (I think I’ve only told it like 3 times this year), I started sunflowers for me to plant
Two months ago I shared a picture of a little little lettuce growing right next to a little tomato plant. Said picture. Taken Feb 24, 2024 And I’m betting most
Don’t pinch the cheeks Read more
Peonies, with their lush, extravagant blooms and rich history, have captivated gardeners and artists for centuries. Beloved for their beauty and fragrance, peonies have a storied past that dates back
Peony Perfection: Tips for Growing Your Own Floral Masterpieces Read more
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