7 Books Aimed at Helping Hobby Farmers
October 10, 2018These selections cover areas including chickens, vegetable crops, container gardening, women hobby farmers, homesteading and aquaponics.
5 Reasons to Grow Herbs (and 3 Herbs for Beginners)
July 11, 2018In the first of a series, we learn the virtues of growing herbs as well as varieties that are easy to grow in apartments.
The Best Flowering Vines for Containers
June 7, 2018Growing vines in containers is fun if you use the right kind of support and select the best plants. Discover four of the best flowering vines for containers and learn how to grow them.
Grow the Best Peppers for Patio Pots
April 26, 2018You can grow most vegetables in pots, but few as easily as peppers. Though any variety will succeed, these peppers for patio pots are the best ones—flavorful, fun and productive.
Are Hobby Farmers “Real” Farmers? You Bet We Are
April 18, 2018A recent Twitter exchange involved several definitions of “real” farmers. It showed me that some people obviously don’t understand what we do or why.
Book Excerpt: How To Make A Cedar Pot Dolly
December 15, 2017Build this dolly to easily move heavy containers across porches, patios, decks or other flooring surfaces. Excerpted from “Container Gardening Complete.”
Preparing & Storing Garden Containers For The Winter
November 23, 2017Learn how to properly clean and store garden containers to ensure blemish-free pots and disease-free plantings next spring.
Forcing Flower Bulbs In The Fall For Late Winter Blooms
October 27, 2017Autumn is the best time for forcing flower bulbs to bloom in late winter. Learn how you can pot up bulbs to force them to bloom when the snow is flying.
Build This DIY Planter Shelf To Grow Lots Of Plants In Little Space
September 29, 2017It takes only a few minutes to build, but this DIY planter shelf is useful and attractive. Use it to grow herbs, veggies and flowers.
Make A Succulent Planter That Fits Around Your Patio Umbrella
September 1, 2017Liven up your next barbecue with this adorable succulent planter. All you need is a repurposed Bundt pan, a few plants and your imagination.
