Tag: gardening
How to choose heirloom seeds: 5 tips
According to University of Kentucky Extension, heirloom seeds are varieties that have been passed down from generation to generation and are usually between 50 and 100 years old or even older.
How to grow pumpkins: 7 tips
If you planted pumpkins this year and were disappointed in how they turned out, or if you’re planning on planting pumpkins next summer, keep these 6 tips in mind.
How to pick the perfect pumpkin, gourd or squash
Most non-botanists distinguish pumpkins, squash and gourds by our purpose for the plant: we carve pumpkins, eat squash and use gourds for fall decorating.
How to prepare your garden for fall frost and freeze
Just like it’s important to know the last frost date in the spring, it’s crucial for home gardeners to know when the first expected frost date will occur in the fall.
September’s gardening to-do list
September’s gardening tasks include planting hardy perennials, tending to fall crops, cleaning up spent plants, fertilizing and saving seed.
5 simple season extenders for the home garden
Utilizing cold frames, row covers, bell covers, field hoop houses and cold-hardy crops are options for gardeners to extend the growing season.
Beans, beans, homegrown proteins
Beans can provide homegrown protein for individuals who want to grow their own food.
How to plant bulbs this fall
Planting spring-flowering bulbs in early fall allows roots adequate time to develop before the ground freezes.
How to clean up your garden for fall
It isn’t fall just yet, but the end of the summer gardening season is fast approaching.
