Often called the "plant of immortality" by ancient Egyptians, aloe vera has been revered for its medicinal properties for thousands of years. While most people are familiar with applying aloe vera gel to soothe sunburned skin, this remarkable succulent...
Starting your own vegetable garden? Awesome! One of the most crucial steps—and one that's often overlooked—is picking the right spot based on sunlight. Maybe you've wondered if tomatoes thrive in shade or if lettuce needs bright sunlight.
How about peas?...
Ever walked right past a chicory plant without even noticing? You’re not alone. At first glance, it’s easy to overlook this scrappy little roadside herb—until it bursts into bloom.
When those daisy-like, sky-blue flowers finally open, it’s as if they’ve...
You’ve put in a lot of effort to get your vegetable garden thriving, but if you're unsure of the right time and way to harvest, all that hard work could go to waste. Whether you're just starting out or...
Do you often find yourself tossing away the leftover bits of fruits and vegetables after meals? Think twice before discarding those mushroom stems, onion ends, or pineapple tops.
These scraps aren't destined for the trash or compost pile; you can...
Rodents and insects are perpetual nuisances for those tilling the soil, as they often munch on crops and could spread illnesses.
Interestingly, a cannabis field in New Brunswick, Canada—where the herb is legally grown—offered a unique story of natural retaliation.
Here,...
Mustard greens are an excellent choice for those looking to add nutrition and flavor to their garden or container setups, thriving in spring and fall. While they may not withstand cold as well as collards and kale, they can...
When you think of cut flower farming, you might immediately conjure images of zinnias, sunflowers, and dahlias. These classic beauties reign supreme in the cut flower world.
However, every cut flower garden craves a touch of greenery amidst the focal...
A memoir as written by Clyde Finch, A Gardener's Memoir from the Great Depression Era
August of 1934 marked a challenging period for everyone, as the Great Depression had taken its toll. In those trying times, I, Clyde Finch, sought solace...
Peter Glazebrook, a retired chartered surveyor from Newark, has broken yet another world record with his enormous onion. This monster vegetable, weighing 8.15kg, beat the previous record by 50g and is now the world's largest onion.
The onion is one...