Latest articles by Bonnie Grant
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The Pros And Cons Of Upside Down Tomatoes
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Pros And Cons Of Using Manure Fertilizer
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Pros And Cons Of Planting Vines In The Garden
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Tilling Advantages Vs. No-Till Advantages
Our gardening experts weigh the pros and cons of till vs. no-till gardens based on their own experiences with both methods. Find out which one is best for you.
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Garden Soil Vs. Potting Soil: Pros And Cons
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Starting Seeds vs. Buying Plants - Is It Better To Plant Seeds Or Use Transplants
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Off With Her Head!
Click here to learn all about which magical literary garden I love the most and why.
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Sense and Sensibility
How Common Sense Plays a Role in Sustainability
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Gappy Garden
I am adamant about having privacy in my yard and have found natural ways to get it. Read on to learn more.
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Bad Plant Mommy
Sometimes houseplants need to be repotted. Sometimes this can’t be done as often as we’d like. Here’s what I do with my plants and situation.
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Planting For Two
Planting too much food requires me to plan ahead and find creative ways to preserve or give it away.
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Learn About Oaxacan Green Dent Corn
Hanging onto the old seed varieties is your responsibility, but it also affords you a glimpse into ancient cultures and civilizations. Oaxacan green dent corn is an heirloom variety of corn that traces its roots to a native people from Mexico.
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History Of White Casper Eggplant Heirlooms
You probably haven't seen, let alone heard of, such a cute little ghostly fruit as the Casper eggplant heirloom variety. But I'm, hopefully, gonna change all that. Its pale white complexion and mild flavor makes this eggplant a standout.
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Growing Variegated Scallop Squash
There is no better bang for the buck than the squash crop. Patty pans, or scallop squash, look a bit like architectural renditions of flying saucers. The Jaune et Verte squash is a French heirloom scallop with a creamy flesh and lovely variegated shell.
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History Of Baquieu Lettuce
Did you know that lettuce has been cultivated since 500 BC? That’s right. This veggie appeared at royal tables of Persian kings about 550 BC. A neat lettuce to grow is Baquieu, a French heirloom with a tight head and crisp sweet flavor.
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Growing Lemon Drop Tomato Plants
One of the most prolific plants in my garden is the Lemon Drop tomato. This beauty is a sport from Snow White cherry plants, a happy accident, of which most gardeners like myself love. It produces sweet large cherry tomatoes with a golden color and lovely scent.
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Information On Burgess Buttercup Heirloom Squash
Heirloom specimens have gained popularity, as "oldies but goodies" produce better, offer different textures and flavors, and help conserve traditional varieties. Burgess buttercup squash is just one of them.
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Information About Red Malabar Spinach Plant
You are in for a real surprise when you grow Red Malabar spinach plant. The vibrant reddish-purple stems are the real standouts, popping out of a sea of green leaves. An interesting tidbit of red-stem spinach info is that it is not a true spinach.
