Fruits

​Strawberries are one of the easiest plants to grow in the garden. They are native in North America, which makes them very comfortable our climate. Strawberries are also perennial, meaning they can produce for many years in a single location. Many gardeners consider strawberry season the best time of the year. Every local farm is …

Growing plants in containers is a great way to garden. Whether you live in a small apartment without a yard, or you just want to decorate a porch, patio, or front steps, potted plants are incredibly versatile. However, the main flaw for potted plants is that they dry out fast in hot weather. So, if …

Ground cherries, also know as husk tomatoes, are a small berry-like fruit in the nightshade family. They are closely related to tomatoes, peppers, and especially tomatillos. Ironically, they are not related to cherries. However, they get their name for their sweet, tart flavor when ripe. These tropical plants can be grown virtually anywhere in the …

Strawberries taste much better when they’re grown at home. You may not know it, but store bought strawberries don’t have the full flavor potential of this delectable fruit. If you want to experience the amazing flavor of a ripe homegrown strawberry, try growing your own plants in pots. Even if you only have a small …

If you live in a climate with winters (like we do), you may wonder if your strawberry plants will survive the cold weather. So, in this article I’ll answer the question: do strawberry plants come back every year? Quick answer: Strawberries are perennial (multi-year) plants in zones 4-9, meaning they will regrow in spring after …

If you’re new to growing your own strawberries, you may wonder what to expect from your plants. In this article, you’ll learn all of the strawberry plant stages, from seed, to flowering, to fruiting, and beyond. Skip ahead: While these are the main stages of strawberry plant growth, the timing for each stage can change …

To gardeners, what is more rewarding than growing delicious, sweet strawberries? Picking a warm, sun-ripened strawberry is incredibly satisfying, especially if you grew your plants from seed. However, growing strawberries from seed begins with germination. So, in this article, I’ll share our technique for germinating strawberry seeds in as little as 5 days! Of course …