Jun 13, 2024 · There are three blueberry types: high and low-bush and rabbiteye. Most of us will be growing high-bush blueberries. When you think of Maine’s wild blueberries, those are low-bush blueberries. They stay small and compact, growing close to the ground, spreading each year and producing lots of tiny, flavorful berries. They rarely get higher than 2-3’ tall but can end up covering large areas.

Mar 8, 2021 · Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a hardy perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. As part of the Apiacaea family, it is closely related to carrot, celery, and parsley. This culinary and medicinal herb was once a

May 16, 2022 · Lemons are one of the most versatile fruits for cooking and baking, but did you know you can grow them at home? While most citrus trees need to grow outdoors in warm, humid climates, the Meyer lemon tree will happily grow in a pot in your home. We’ve been growing our own lemons indoors for years and are happy to share our best tips so you can do the same. Why Grow Meyer Lemon Trees?

May 11, 2020 · Borage is often mentioned in organic gardening circles. It is considered by many to be a wonderful plant, which can find pride of place in many gardens. But what exactly is so great about this plant? What is borage? What are the reasons to grow it in your garden? And how exactly should you use it in your garden (and once it is harvested)? Read on to …

May 29, 2020 · The nitrogen cycle is one of the important natural cycles on our planet. Understanding this cycle is key to success in organic gardening. It can help us to give our plants one of the three essential nutrients they need to grow. In this article, we will talk about nitrogen fixing plants, which play an important role in this cycle. What is Nitrogen and Why Do Plants Need It? Nitrogen, (along ...

May 14, 2020 · No matter where you live, and how and where you grow them, growing perennial herbs is a great idea. Here are just some of the reasons why you should consider growing some at home: Perennial herbs, unlike annual ones, can be planted once and provide you with a yield not just for one season, but for a number of years. Many perennial herbs are very easy to grow, and need minimal input from you ...

Jan 24, 2020 · A surprising number of common garden flowers are edible. Here's 30 edible flowers and weeds that may just be hiding in your garden.

Dec 7, 2021 · Instead of throwing out your poinsettia, keep it growing and learn how to turn the leaves red every Christmas!

Feb 7, 2024 · Add colorful blooms to your home and garden this year with 16 gorgeous flowers to sow indoors before spring arrives.

Jul 23, 2020 · You're probably familiar with using beeswax in candle making, but you can do so much more than that. Here are 33 brilliant ways to use beeswax.