It’s that time of year again…or, if you have never tried growing garlic, it’s time to start. Garlic is RIDICULOUSLY easy to grow, and it overwinters, so it doesn’t really take up too much time or precious space in your garden boxes. Growing garlic is very simple and straightforward. For starters you want to try Read More >>
Let’s Get Those Fall Gardens Started, Shall We?
I recently received a comment from One Hundred Dollar a Month reader, Rebekah, asking about fall gardening. She wrote: I love your blog! I am writing because this year I am going to try a fall garden for the first time. Do I start my seeds outdoors? Should I start them inside with lights like Read More >>
Plant Tulip Bulbs in Fall for a Colorful Spring Garden
I know it’s starting to get a little gray and gloomy out there, so it seems odd to be thinking color right now. But even though planting might be the last thing on your mind, tulip bulbs shouldn’t be. I’m talking all about fall bulb planting in my latest eHow article: Plant Tulip Bulbs Now Read More >>
Fall and Winter Gardening: Growing Your Own Salad Greens
When I first began gardening, I never realized you could garden all year long. I loved growing lettuce for fresh-from-the-garden salads, but I thought all that had to end when the ground froze over. Not the case at all, and I’m talking all about how it’s possible to grow lettuce and salad greens all year Read More >>
Planting Thanksgiving Plants in July {Yes, I’m Serious!}
While I love me some turkey and pumpkin pie, seems odd to be thinking about Thanksgiving in July. But in my latest eHow article, Time to Plant Your Thanksgiving Veggies, I’m talking all about getting a head start on planting the veggies you’ll need for your fall garden, just not where you’d think. I know, it’s Read More >>