Think the gardening season is over? Think again! September isn’t the finale. It’s the opening act to next spring’s spectacular show. While your neighbors are packing away their gardening gloves, savvy gardeners know this month holds the secret to those jaw-dropping spring displays that make passersby stop and stare. (Did you know that fall-planted bulbs … Read more
Think gardening season ends when leaves start falling? October is actually one of the best times to garden. While most people are putting away their tools, experienced gardeners are planting bulbs that will create beautiful spring displays. Here’s why this might be the most valuable weekend you’ll spend in your garden all year. Why October … Read more
Want to grow better onions? Here’s what actually works. Growing bigger, better onions doesn’t mean babying them. It actually means giving them a haircut. I was surprised to learn that this simple technique, called “topping,” is one of the best ways to improve your onion harvest. Here’s what I’ve learned about growing onions that actually … Read more