It’s 9:30 on an early May morning, already well into the day on Lindentree Farm in Lincoln. A crew of five is planting cauliflower and broccoli in the field, while in the barn basement Susan Viskin and Marilyn Hughes, both of Concord, are planting tomato seeds in small pots.  Read more...

Selecting the right greenhouse gardening supplies is often a process of trial and error for most gardeners. Sometimes you get lucky and find a particular brand name product that meets your needs perfectly, but most often, you can spend hours browsing greenhouse catalogs and the shelves of your local gardening supply store to find those perfect greenhouse gardening supplies. Here are a few ideas to help you select the right supplies.  Read more...

There are countless advantages to container gardening. Many gardeners begin container gardening due to a lack of ground space for planting a traditional garden. Others simply use container gardening as an outlet for creative gardening. No matter what reason motivates you to try container gardening, the advantages are plentiful.

The Basic Benefits of Container Gardening  Read more...

More people are growing their own vegetables because of rising food prices.

Driving to the supermarket burns gasoline that is approaching $4 a gallon. And, once at the store, food prices are much higher than they were months ago.

So, some people are staying home and growing food themselves.  Read more...

Mindy Joy Schwartz is growing 95 varieties of tomatoes this spring at her urban farm and nursery in Wilkinsburg.Lenore Schwartz is sitting at a picnic table under a towering Norway maple tree, smoothing printed labels onto plastic plant sticks: Sungold, Chianti Rose, Mortgage Lifter, Indian Moon, Red Calabash, Green Zebra.

“How many varieties is it this year, honey? 86?”  Read more...

When the first warmth of spring came calling, soft delicate heads of curly, wavy and frilled lettuces in bright sunset colors and tender green were sprouting all around Kris and Steve Van Haitsma’s Mud Lake Farm.  Read more...

It ain’t easy eating green, but Edmonton’s on the right track

Ben Wetsch and Theresa Carey sit at a sturdy old picnic table under a tent enclosed by mosquito netting.

Behind them, perfect rows of onions are nestled in the dirt. The green stems peaking out are evidence of the pairs day of labor.   Read more...

Managing your soil drainage can mean the difference between a bountiful crop of healthy, vibrant plants and average or sickly vegetation. Soil drainage management requires the proper mix of water, aeration, and nutrients.

Soil Drainage Tips  Read more...

Garden pests are a constant concern for every gardener. Controlling garden pests takes vigilance, persistence, and information. This guide of common pests will help you keep your plants green and healthy.

Common Garden Pests

Aphids:  Aphids are small insects that often transmit viral plant diseases and destroy the plants by feeding on the vegetation’s sap. Early infestations can be controlled by removing any aphid-infected shoots and leaves. An organic insecticidal soap is also helpful.  Read more...