Some are designer favorites – the so-called deep-lobed Cinderella pumpkins romanticized as the fairytale’s magical coach and the mini pumpkins that dot tables at Thanksgiving. Others are a cook’s best friend – sweet pumpkins perfect for soups, pies and other holiday favorites. And some are a kid’s delight – big orange orbs ideal for spooky […]
By Valorie Shatynski Late winter and early spring tugs at our gardening urges to plan this year’s vegetable and herb gardens. This is the ideal time to put some forethought into the layout of your production garden. The priority is to make a list of which veggies will be eaten and enjoyed most by you […]
Potatoes come in a wide variety of colors.(Laura Musikanski / morguefiles.com) By Jodi Bay Early spring is a time vegetable gardeners begin to plan spring and summer gardens. Looking at seed catalogs, many are selecting seeds for tomatoes, peppers, melons and eggplants. But what about potatoes? Potatoes are easy to grow, come in various colors […]
BY SHARON REEVE When you picture a succulent garden, you might be like me and see in your mind’s eye many colorful tiny plants in a precious arrangement, but have you ever thought of succulents as shrubs in a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant garden? Many succulents have a neat and tidy domed habit that suits a low-water […]
BY HELEN PURCELL MONTAG (This article originally appeared in the September 10, 2022 issue of the San Diego Union-Tribune) No doubt about it: Gardening can promote a sustainable, healthy and active lifestyle. You’ll enjoy the outdoors as you get your hands in the soil planting seeds, vegetables, fruits or flowers. You’ll reap benefits from all […]
