Category: How to Grow

Dreaming of fresh, aromatic leaves right from your backyard? Growing peppermint is a rewarding and simple project for any home gardener. This guide will show you exactly how to grow peppermint successfully. For over a century, companies like Bonnie Plants have helped people cultivate herbs. I’m here to continue that tradition. My goal is to…

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Ever seen a vegetable that looks like a flying saucer? That’s kohlrabi. Learning how to grow kohlrabi lets you add this unique, photogenic star to your backyard. It’s surprisingly simple and incredibly rewarding. Author Steven Biggs perfectly describes these unusual plants as looking like “flying saucers” or “a person having a bad hair day.” This…

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Dreaming of plump, buttery beans from your own backyard? I’m here to guide you. Learning how to grow lima beans is a rewarding project for any home gardener. My journey began with a simple packet of seeds and a sunny patch of earth. I quickly learned these are tender annuals. Frost will damage plant tissue,…

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Have you ever wanted a fresh, aromatic herb right from your garden? Learning how to grow bay leaves is your perfect start. This friendly guide makes it simple for anyone. You can bring a piece of the sunny Mediterranean to your own space. The bay laurel plant comes from the Mediterranean. People have loved it…

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Have you ever seen a vegetable that turns into long, pasta-like strands when cooked? That’s the magic of spaghetti squash. I love this unique winter squash for its versatility and health benefits. It originally comes from Japan and belongs to the Cucurbita pepo family. Learning how to grow spaghetti squash is a fantastic project for…

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Want a hardy, delicious addition to your backyard? Collard greens are a fantastic choice for any gardener. I’m here to show you the simple path to a lush, productive patch. These leafy vegetables are tough and thrive in cool weather. Master Gardener Andy Wilcox notes they are a member of the Brassicaceae family. They are…

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Imagine picking sweet, fuzzy fruit from a vigorous vine in your own backyard. I’m here to show you how to grow kiwi successfully. Contrary to popular belief, these delicious fruits aren’t native to New Zealand. Expert Catherine Boeckmann notes they were first exported from China. Your home garden can be perfect for these plants. They…

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Cultivating a lush herb garden starts with one resilient plant. Oregano brings vibrant flavor and aroma to your kitchen with minimal effort. I’ve found it to be one of the most rewarding plants for any home gardener. My own journey with this aromatic herb began years ago. I was inspired by experts like Bonnie Plants.…

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I am thrilled to share my passion for how to grow edamame. This delicious, protein-packed vegetable is a joy to cultivate right outside your door. Edamame is a Japanese word meaning “beans on branches.” It perfectly describes how these nutritious pods cluster on sturdy plants. There is nothing like the flavor of beans harvested from…

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That warm, sweet smell in your kitchen? It has a story thousands of years old. Cinnamon isn’t just a spice; it’s a piece of history you can cultivate yourself. I love helping gardeners bring exotic flavors home. Many are thrilled to learn this aromatic treasure can be a homegrown plant. With some care, you can…

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