The Gardenette
Edible gardening can be one of the most rewarding forms of horticulture if given an honest shot. With the right guidance, plant material & mindset, the sky is your limit! Scour this area for tidbits about how you can become a more successful produce, herb & flower gardener.
germination
I'm sure that you have germinated a plant seed at some point in your life, whether that was in an elementary science class or to plant in your personal garden. Have you ever wondered what really goes into seedling germination? In this episode of Unearth Horticulture, I uncover a few basic scientific facts about germination and how to be successful.
edible walk through
While it's still a touch chilly outside, it is time to start planning your spring vegetable and herb garden. You can definitely wing it and see where your garden takes you, but sometimes a little planning can go a long way. Tune into this week's episode to learn how to break down the planning process into do-able pieces and how to tap into free horticulture resources!
container veggies
Many of you have visited the Plant Bus and purchased plants to grow in buckets, pots and other containers. In this week's episode of Unearth Horticulture I focus in on a few of the details that can make your container garden a success! Whether you have a back yard or a patio, you may want to give container a gardening a try because of its ease of use and low time investment. Check out this video to unearth more!
watering
Watering is a challenging skill when it comes to growing plants. How much is enough? How frequently do I need to water? How do I know if I am over-watering? In this episode of Unearth Horticulture, I share a trained grower's view of what watering your vegetable garden should look like. After this video, you should be able to add a few new watering habits to your routine that will lead to successful harvests!
planning a garden
While it's still a touch chilly outside, it is time to start planning your spring vegetable and herb garden. You can definitely wing it and see where your garden takes you, but sometimes a little planning can go a long way. Tune into this week's episode to learn how to break down the planning process into do-able pieces and how to tap into free horticulture resources!
indoor herb garden
Do you have an early spring gardener's itch to get planting something--anything? I have a temporary solution for you! Try an indoor herb garden. While herbs aren't known to last forever indoors, they do thrive for a time, allowing you to harvest herbs throughout the spring to remind you of summer flavors and tide you over until the soil is warm enough for planting. Check out this week’s episode to learn more!
fertilizing pots
Fertilizing is extremely important to support new growth in plants that are growing in pots because vital mineral nutrients are needed for basic plant functions. Tune into this episode to learn how to recognize when its time to fertilize and what type is easy to implement into your plant care routine.
