Beets don't get enough respect. Let's face it, while the leaves are striking, the roots themselves are not the most beautiful vegetable in the garden. Nevertheless, this earthy yet sweet root is easy to grow. It is full of fiber and healthy nutrients like potassium, iron, manganese, and vitamin C. …
Who doesn't love giving gifts? Whether it's for special holidays, birthdays, wedding anniversaries, friend-aversaries, congratulatory gifts, or just thinking of you gifts. But sometimes, even the best gift-givers need a little inspiration to find that special something for that special someone. Being on a budget can sometimes make it a…
Thyme, a member of the mint family, is considered a perennial herb in most zones. It has small leaves and woody stems. Like lavender, thyme originated in the Mediterranean, so it is no surprise that it thrives in warm, sunny climates. It is considered low maintenance and a great addition…
Radishes are considered by many to be one of the easiest crops to grow, whether it's in a traditional bed, raised bed, or in a container. This amazing root vegetable brings a crunch and a unique flavor to any dish. Sometimes, however, radishes don't fully develop as they should. Instead…
Radishes are globed-shaped root vegetables that are members of the brassica family, which includes broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale. Depending on the variety, radishes can be red, pink, white, purple, and even black! They pack a peppery flavor and are a source of vitamin C, iron, potassium, folate,…
Cabbage and related brassicas are the preferred plants for a variety of caterpillars or worms as they are sometimes erroneously referred to. Cabbage loopers, the checkered cabbage white butterfly, and the imported cabbage white butterfly ( both the small white and the large white) are common pests found in gardens.…
If you haven't seen a cabbage looper in person, just wait. It is a common pest and one of the easiest to identify in the home garden. The light green caterpillar (larva), found throughout North America and Mexico, has white stripes down its back and measures approximately 1 to 2…
Swiss chard, or chard as it is also called, is one of the most nutritious, low maintenance plants you can have in your garden. Not only is it easy to grow, but its beautiful foliage also adds vibrant color to any growing space. Swiss chard is similar to kale in…
The Green Lynx Spider is a beautiful, bright green arachnid with long legs. It is found in the southern United States, especially in the Gulf Coast region, as well as some locations in Northern California. It also lives in Mexico, Central America, Venezuela, Jamaica, and the West Indies. The spider…
Starting a garden can seem a bit intimidating. You may think that only those with a green thumb can grow a successful garden. But the truth is, having a productive garden has nothing to do with the color of your thumb. Rather, it has everything to do with having a…