Most of us associate the excitement of gardening with the early spring when it starts to warm up for the growing season but fall gardening has made a huge comeback within the past few years. As many of your cool season crops can be grown in both the spring and...
8 Great Vegetables for Your Fall Garden
Jul 26, '23
What Pumpkin Varieties Should I Grow?
Jun 30, '23
Pumpkins are relatively easy to grow and can be a great project for family gardens! Whether you are new to gardening or are a seasoned grower, there are a few key things to keep in mind when planting your pumpkins. First is that they need a lot of space and...
Getting to the Root of It
Aug 25, '21
Have you ever thought much about what plants need to grow? Being that plants are alive, they need some of the same things that you do to survive (think Maslow's hierarchy of needs, but plant version). Most notably plants need sun, water, air, stable temperatures and food; among other things....
A Guide to Soil Health
Nov 6, '201 comment
The best way to understand your soil health, and diagnose plant deficiencies, is to have your soil tested by a professional who can provide you with comprehensive results. In Pennsylvania, the Penn State Soils Lab is a common choice for soil testing. You can find a Penn State Soil Test...