Calendula
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Calendula Seeds In an EnvelopeFor calendula seeds, once it is dry, I shake the seedhead into an envelope and store the seeds in a cool, dark place. They… 
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Cubanelle pepperCubanelle pepper, beautiful, sweet, from the species Capsicum annuum, is almost ready to pick. It has gone through some tough times with chipmunks digging in… 
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How To Grow And Care For Marigold FlowersThe Marigold, a cheerful and easy plant to grow, and the first choice among those who want a bright and splendid natural display for… 
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Plastic Water Bottle Greenhouse for Winter LettuceI have been reading books on extending the growing season and now seems to be the perfect time to try an experiment with winter… 
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Experimenting with Vegetable GardeningThe marigolds, calendula and alyssum that were planted as tomato companion plants are doing well. As the blooms of the alyssum started to fade,… 
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Planning A Garden Wisely: How To Avoid Garden Planning MistakesGrowing a garden is a great way to make your yard look beautiful while adding to nature. There are many different garden styles and… 
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19 Garden Pests and How To Treat ThemUnfortunately, one of the most severe issues you will face off is the fight with pests. I will list you here some basic strategies… 
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Veggie Bites- Brussels SproutsThis year I will be growing Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea). The seeds can be direct sown in early May, but the plants have a… 
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Veggie Bites – Calendula and GrapeseedI am very excited at how well my calendula oil turned out. I used grapeseed oil as my carrier oil this time… Greetings fellow… 
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Veggie Bites – Calendula and Other HerbsMy calendula is producing flowers at a good rate and beginning to set seeds. It is a great plant for pollinators and I often… 
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Plants that Repel Insects and PestsCompanion Plants that Repel Insect and Mammals Pests 
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How To Start, Germinate and Care for SeedsHow to start seeds, germinate, grow, and care for them is a gardener’s life skill. Many plants and vegetables fare better when started indoors… 
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What Is A Composite Flower?Briefly, a composite is a member of the composite family (Compositae or Asteraceae family).However, such a statement conveys little information to one who is… 
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Companion Plants For TomatoesSome people believe in tomato companion plants and others think it is some old wives tale. Growing friendly plants together is said to help… 




















