Vegetables

I Dream of Greenhouses

My dream greenhouse is out of budget—for now—but I made a wish list just in case the perfect sale pops up!

Terrified of Topping Dahlias

Learning how to grow dahlias can be intimidating, especially when it comes to "topping" plants!

Should I Become a Master Gardener?

With my passion for gardening, constant curiosity, and love for sharing what I learn, becoming a Master Gardener feels like a natural next step.

How Many Hydrangeas Are Too Many Hydrangeas?

How a visit to Martha's Vineyard re-ignited an obsession with hydrangeas that still endures today.

An Afternoon at The Botanical Garden

There's no better way to beat the cold than to visit a vibrant botanical garden — where every day feels like a tropical getaway!

Backyard Tornado

Tornadoes are part of Midwest life, but when one came too close last summer, it reminded us to appreciate the resilience of our gardens and the kindness of good neighbors.

Digging for Garden Treasure in the Backyard

You never know what you’ll find when digging in the garden. Find out what we discovered when we moved the kids’ trampoline in the backyard last summer!

Gardening in Flip-Flops

After my chiropractor insisted I give up flip-flops to heal, I balked—flip-flops are part of my gardening uniform! Could I even garden without them?

How I Started Growing Dahlias

After almost splurging on a cart full of dahlia tubers to beat the winter blues, I turned to a friend’s local farm for a crash course in growing dahlias.