Bob’s Blog
Saving Seeds
As a result of the events of the past few years, we are in the midst of a gardening renaissance.
Mums and Frost
Now that we've had some frosty mornings, there are a few things you can do to extend your blooming plants in the coming weeks.
September Garden Crops
Fall is just around the corner, but that doesn't mean the gardening season is over. There are plenty of cool weather garden crops that can be planted right now.
We've Been Obsessed With Pumpkin Spice for Centuries!
Over the past few years America has become obsessed with one thing during the fall season. Pumpkin spice! Everything from coffee to soap is now available in pumpkin spice, but what exactly is that spice? It’s actually a mixture of cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg with nutmeg and cinnamon making up the primary ingredients. Spices have always been important throughout history, and a prime example is the amazing history of nutmeg.
Batten Down The Hatches
Change is on the horizon. With winter winds blowing into the region, most of our fall gardening tasks are just about complete. However, here are a few things to consider when battening down the hatches for winter.
More Uses for Fall Leaves
As gardeners, fall leaves are perhaps our most abundant crop. A few years ago we covered five uses for fall leaves. Let's take a look at some of the other many uses for fall leaves.