Growing Guides

We are continually trying to improve are gardening abilities and as we grow we want to share our knowledge with you. These growing guides will walk you through, starting seeds all the way to when to harvest. We are also working on guides for saving seeds, so make sure to check that out as well.

Black Raspberries Maturing from Red to Black

How to Grow Black Raspberries (Complete Care & Pruning Guide)

Black raspberries have a deeper flavor, a wilder aroma, and a completely different growth habit compared to red raspberries. If you’ve grown red varieties before, expect a learning curve. If you’re new to berry gardening, this guide will walk you through every step so you can feel confident planting black raspberries and keeping them productive […]

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How to Grow Red Raspberries

How to Grow Red Raspberries (Summer-Bearing and Fall-Bearing)

Growing raspberries are one of the most rewarding fruits you can grow at home. They’re hardy, reliable, and surprisingly easy once you understand how their canes work (which will help prevent your raspberries from becoming invasive). They are loaded with medicinal benefits (see Red Raspberry Leaf Tea article). Whether you’re planting raspberries for the first

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Young pepper seedlings growing indoors under grow lights in February for a Zone 5 garden

Seeds to Start in February (Zone 5): Your Essential Early-Season Planting Guide

If you garden in Zone 5 like us, February is when the gardening season truly begins. Even if there’s still snow on the ground. While the rest of the world thinks winter means “no gardening,” we know better. February is the month that sets your entire garden up for success. Many vegetables and herbs need

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Rosemary in a Pot with Burlap and Bubblewrap to Protect from Frost

How to Protect Perennial Herbs from Frost (Simple Winterizing Tips)

Perennial herbs are garden and culinary treasures. Once planted, they return year after year – saving you time, money, and effort. But when frosty nights roll in (sigh), even the hardiest herbs can suffer damage if left unprotected. The good news? With a few simple steps, you can help your perennial herbs survive the winter

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Fall Herb Basket with Echinachea Flower

Last Chance Herbs: What to Plant This Fall in Zone 5 (Before Frost!)

Summer is coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean the gardening season is over in Zone 5! In fact, it’s one of the best times to get certain herbs established before the cold sets in. Cooler temperatures reduce transplant shock, soil retains moisture better, and many herbs thrive in the crisp autumn air. If

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