Black Gold Lurking in Your Yard Leaf mold, often referred to as “gardener’s black gold,” is a natural soil amendment that can transform your garden. Created from the simple decomposition of fallen leaves, this crumbly, nutrient-rich material offers a wealth of benefits for plants and soil health. Let’s delve into the world of leaf mold,…
Healing the Earth and Your Garden In a world facing environmental challenges, regenerative farming and gardening emerge as beacons of hope. This holistic approach to agriculture goes beyond sustainability, aiming to actively restore and enhance the ecosystems we rely on. Whether you’re a farmer cultivating vast fields or a gardener tending to a backyard plot,…
Melon introduced in 1948 by the University of Minnesota produces loads of 4″ fruit, sweet and juicy to the rind. Melons in general, love long, hot seasons, but this variety is specially suited to areas with a short growing season, though it can be grown anywhere. Compact, 36″ plants are great for containers.
The Roma Tomato is a classic heirloom variety cherished by home gardeners and chefs alike. Known for its rich flavor and meaty texture, this determinate plant produces an abundance of plum-shaped tomatoes that are ideal for making sauces, pastes, and canning. The compact growth habit of Roma Tomatoes makes them an excellent choice for small…
The plants ripened perfect fruits dramatically earlier than other varieties. Produces many large, 1 to 3 pound fruits per plant – each one rich, deep purplish-black and enormous. Tender and tasty at all stages – fried, steamed, grilled or stuffed. Retains color and holds well in storage. References https://www.totallytomato.com https://www.burpee.com https://www.etsy.com/listing/1601536198
Bay leaves add earthy flavor to stews, soups and sauces. Dry leaves for fragrant wreathes and garlands. Attractive ornamental shrub is well adapted to serve as a houseplant, as well as outdoors. Plant’s dark-green leaves are strikingly fragrant, especially once dried. A classic ingredient in the traditional French “bouquet garni”, bay leaves add earthy flavor…
A productive member of the Mint family, Lemon Balm is easy to grow in full sun to partial shade and average to even poor, well-drained soil. Water when the top 1in of soil is dry to the touch. Plants are drought tolerant once established. Be sure to contain your plant, as it tends to spread…
Brandywine, which dates back to 1885, is the heirloom tomato standard. One taste and youll be enchanted by its superb flavor and luscious shade of red-pink. The large, beefsteak-shaped fruits grow on unusually upright, potato-leaved plants. The fruits set one or two per cluster and ripen late-and are worth the wait. Brandywine’s qualities really shine…
This heirloom variety produces a mix of red, yellow, orange, and even purple cherry tomatoes, creating a stunning visual display in your garden. The indeterminate plants yield an abundance of sweet and juicy fruits that are perfect for fresh eating, salads, or snacking. Additionally, Rainbow Cherry Tomatoes are excellent for container gardening, making them a…
Brandywine, which dates back to 1885, is the heirloom tomato standard. One taste and youll be enchanted by its superb flavor and luscious shade of red-pink. The large, beefsteak-shaped fruits grow on unusually upright, potato-leaved plants. The fruits set one or two per cluster and ripen late-and are worth the wait. Brandywine’s qualities really shine…