Author: belly
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Just because winter is on the way, it doesn’t mean gardening has to stop. I love to grow herbs on my kitchen windowsill in the coldest months of the year, offering fresh harvests for cooking. One of the easiest ways to grow herbs indoors is actually in water alone, made even easier by a purpose-built…
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November has stayed surprisingly mild, yet colder nights are creeping in. In northern regions, early frosts are appearing, so now is the perfect time to prepare your garden before temperatures dip further. GREENHOUSE GROWING:If you have space, a greenhouse is one of the most effective ways to protect plants as winter approaches. It creates a…
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December may seem cold and unsuitable for planting to many gardeners, but for those who want to get their fix of seed sowing, there are options available. You may need to do it inside rather than out, but there are vegetables you can plant in December in a greenhouse, cold frame, under cloches, or on…
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Spring has sprung, and that means people across the country will begin pulling weeds and planting seeds if they have not already. However, for those with little or no experience growing fruits, vegetables or flowers, starting a garden may seem like a daunting task. Gardening beginners should…
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Your flowers may be fading, but their story isn’t over—it’s just getting started! Harvesting flower seeds is like bottling a bit of summer for next year. Whether you’re after cost savings, plant resilience, or just more blooms to love, seed-saving is a fun and empowering end-of-season ritual. Let’s walk outside and collect some of the flower…
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Photo: Doreen Wynja 1 / 20 Pot Then Play A potting shed not only serves as a utilitarian space but can also double as a retreat for gardeners. Designed by Doreen Wynja and Tim Prevost, this area combines lush landscaping, inviting furnishings and a dreamy shed for total relaxation right in the backyard. Photo by…
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Lighting plays a crucial role in creating a romantic ambiance. Use fairy lights, string lights, or lanterns to illuminate your garden beautifully. Wrap fairy lights around trees, fences, or pergolas to add a magical touch. Place candles or LED tea lights in mason jars to create a cosy and intimate atmosphere. If you have a…
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Can you grow in a greenhouse year round? Shelby Lucero shares methods for how to grow in a winter greenhouse. Make some of these modifications to your existing structure to increase your structure’s thermal mass, or try a growing dome yourself! This video is part of Build-It-Yourself Week, sponsored by Growing Spaces. Music: Doctor Turtle…
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If you can’t visit a tropical island, bring the tropical island to you. Or at least bring some tropical-looking plants to your garden. With the COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc on vacation plans for disappointed travelers, many folks are longing for a touch of the exotic. Although the experience isn’t quite the same as lounging on…
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A greenhouse is a severely underrated space for gardeners in winter. On its own it provides coverage and protection from frost for cold-hardy plants and crops, but you can instantly double its use by adding one key tool: a greenhouse heater. Heating a greenhouse allows for a number of winter greenhouse uses, including growing plants…