Think its impossible to grow pineapple plants if you don't live in a tropical area? Think again! It's actually quite easy, especially if you grow them in containers. Many folks mistakenly think pineapples come from trees. They are, however, a perennial plant. And although they need warmth to survive, they can be grown almost anywhere. …
When it comes to finding perfect perennials for shady portions of the landscape, it's hard to beat Hosta plants! The Hosta, or Plantain Lilly as it is officially known, prefers shade over sun. In fact, most varieties of Hosta plants perform best with just a few hours of morning or evening sun. Making them even …
Growing hot peppers has become a passion for many gardeners. They can add plenty of heat to all types of dishes. Even more, they can add loads of color and interest to your garden as well. From mildly warm to near flame throwing hot, when it comes to growing hot peppers, the choices are almost …
Growing onions in your garden can be a great way to add wonderful flavor to all types of homemade soups, sauces and dishes. Even better, onions are one of the easiest crops to plant and maintain! They require little space, little long-term maintenance, and are simple to harvest and store. Let's take a look at …
When it comes to providing a little oomph to your plants this year, it's time to think about fertilizing naturally! Using organic solutions to boost plants can actually help build soil quality over time. Organic fertilizers, unlike man-made versions, replenish soil naturally as they break down. They add valuable minerals and nutrients back into the …
What does it take to grow beets? Very little! Beets are one of the easiest vegetables to grow in the garden. Compared to other vegetables, they excel when it comes to weather hardiness and disease resistance. In addition they require very little maintenance during the growing season. There is not even the need to start …
If you are looking for a great perennial vegetable to add unique flavor to your garden, then you need to grow rhubarb! Rhubarb is a wonderful perennial vegetable crop that will provide a tasty crop year after year. It is simply delicious in pies, jams, jellies and more. Rhubarb is one of the first vegetables …
If you love to cook, then growing a few classic potted patio herbs might just need to be in your future! Herbs are among some of the easiest plants to grow. With a good potting soil mix and consistent watering, they require little to grow and thrive. And the flavor they bring to homemade dishes …
When it comes to growing peanuts, we can all learn a little something from Virginia Blass! Virginia hails from the great state of South Carolina, and growing peanuts has been a way of life for a couple of generations. "My grandfather grew peanuts and sold them at a roadside stand," says Virginia, "and for as …
The simple joy of growing easy care roses! It used to be you needed a proverbial "green thumb" to even think about growing roses. Classic rose bushes, although beautiful, could be a nightmare to grow when it came to controlling pests and disease. Black spot, powdery mildew, brown canker, blight, and a host of other ailments …
Today's garden feature is an inspiration to a Potager Garden from long ago. It comes to us from the 1.6 acre mini farm of Sandy Greig from Eldred, New York. Eldred is located 5 miles from the Pennsylvania border in the rolling hills of New York. Sandy created her garden in the likeness of an …
When it comes to raising your own food, nothing can be more simple than growing loose leaf lettuce! Not only is it simple to grow, it can keep fresh salads on the dinner table from early spring to late fall. In fact, with a cold frame, it can even grow through the harshest of winter …
Growing container tomatoes on your back patio or deck is an excellent way to keep the fresh taste of garden produce close at hand. There are a lot of built-in advantages when growing container tomatoes vs. a traditional garden setting. For one, they can be planted earlier. Container tomatoes are easy to protect if a …
The beauty of a Prairie Garden! No matter where you live, in the city, suburbs, or countryside - you can find a way to garden. I think that is why we love Tricia's story below so much! Tricia found a way to take some rocky, clay-like soil and turn it into a home-grown prairie oasis. …
When we saw Kelli's story below about her granny's icebox pickles, it brought a big smile to our faces. So many of the gardens and garden stories shared by our readers revolve around canning and preserving from the garden. And they almost always include traditions and recipes passed down from parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents. …
When it comes to adding a big splash of color to your patio, porch, or landscape, think ornamental peppers! That's right, ornamental peppers! These plants have exploded in popularity the last 5 years, and are being used now to create incredible hanging baskets and planters! Many gardeners are finding out that they are the perfect choice for a …
Nothing quite says summertime like biting into a crisp, ripe slice of watermelon! The juicy, refreshing fruit is an absolute favorite at picnics, barbecues and family cookouts everywhere. But for one reason or another, many home gardeners shy away from trying to grow watermelons. And it really is a shame. As our guest gardener Randy Desoto …
A few times a year, business travels take me through Charleston, West Virginia, and a mandatory side stop at what has become one of my favorite farmers markets to visit, the Charleston Capitol Market. I can never seem to leave there without loading up the car with some type of vegetable plant, shrub, or hanging basket …
There are so many ways to enjoy gardening, whether it be with raised beds, potted plants, hanging baskets, or wide open flower beds. And when it comes to Cheryl Kagey's landscape, she uses a combination of all of them! The result? A gorgeous display of color and beauty outside of her Alexandria, Ohio home. Cheryl's garden …
Is there anything better than homemade maple syrup on a stack of pancakes? Today's garden tip article is all about creating the delectable treat made simply from the humble maple tree. It comes to us from West Virginia's Chris Feick. The making of homemade maple syrup is certainly a bit labor intensive. But as Chris …
Sandy Hart's backyard garden proves you don't need acres of land to experience the simple love and joy of gardening. Nestled beautifully in her Newark, Ohio backyard, Sandy's enclosed garden produces enough vegetables and herbs to supply salsa, pickles, relish, pesto, and all kinds of dried herbs to her family and friends. Adding to the charm - …
Erin Lovett's Happy Valley Garden embodies the true spirit of growing your own food naturally. Erin's incredible garden, as you will see below, provides a tremendous amount of food for her family, others, and even the local wildlife. And she does it all by using simple organic methods that replenish her fertile growing soil naturally. But …
This week's Garden Showcase comes to us from Toronto, Canada, courtesy of Jennifer Arnott. From the moment Jennifer purchased her home - she went to work. And as you will see in her story below, we mean she went to work that very same weekend! As with any type of urban gardening, space is …
Today's garden tour comes to us from Cindy, who resides in central New York. Cindy is a self-described gardening addict, and as you will see below, has created an absolute oasis at her home, including her very own Zen Garden. Cindy's creation of her personal Zen garden is a great example of working with the …
Today marks the first ever Showcase Garden Article for This Is My Garden! We have had quite a few people send in their gardens over the last week, and we are excited to finally start showing the gardens of the world! WOW, do we have a good one to start off with! Brittany and Jonathan …
A Garden Site Created For Gardeners... By Gardeners! This Is My Garden is a celebration of passionate gardeners around the world! No matter where you live on this beautiful planet, there are wonderful people who love to grow a seemingly endless variety of plants. Vegetable gardens. flower gardens, fruit orchards, herbs. water gardens and more …
This garden story comes from Janice MacLean and Wensel Harris whose garden is located in Prince Edward Island, Canada. It seems they can just about grow it all on just shy of ¾ of an acre of land! And with a converted chicken coop shed and a recycled window greenhouse - it looks like their …