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.

Fall, Gardening, Plant Care, WVU Extension, WinterJohn MorganSeptember 16, 2022september, garden, fall, autumn, turnips, broccoli, kale, cabbageComment

Seed Your Future

During Green Career Week (October 3-7), Bob’s Market will connect with local high schools to showcase the various career paths at our business and in the horticultural industry.

Announcement, Event, Greenhouse, JobsJohn MorganSeptember 9, 2022seed your future, careers, horticulture, greenhouseComment

Pressing Plant Specimens

Have you ever studied a leaf or flower closely? They are beautiful! The patterns formed by their veins, their unique outlines, and their radiant color in autumn make them something worth collecting. Collecting and pressing plant specimens is a hobby many people enjoy.

DIY, Gardening, Maker Projects, Project, Science, TrendsJohn MorganSeptember 2, 2022taxonomy, pressing, collecting, specimens, science, diy, art, project

Those Weird Names Scientists Use

Have you ever watched a gardening TV show only to have no idea what plants they're talking about because they use the Latin names? What are those names and why do scientists and professionals in the horticultural industry use them?

History, ScienceJohn R. MorganAugust 26, 2022biology, plant taxonomy, scienceComment

Plan a Trip to A Garden Near You

Here, in the Mid-Ohio Valley, we are just a few hours from multiple conservatories, botanical gardens, and other great places to relax, recharge, and get inspired.

American Hort, Cultivate, Gardening, GreenhouseJohn MorganJuly 29, 2022Cultivate, garden, conservatory, bontanical garden, travelComment

Wet Summer Disease on Tomatoes

Earlier this week, I received some troubling photos from Cynthia, one of our readers. The photos featured tomato leaves that were yellowing, wilting, and spotted.

On The Road: Cultivate 22

This weekend join Bob’s Market online as we head to Columbus, OH for the Cultivate 2022 conference and trade show.

John MorganJuly 15, 2022Comment

Certifying Your Own Sanctuary

You can create your own certified wildlife habitat! Whether you have a large tract of land or just a small lot, there are many state and national certification programs to recognize your efforts as a gardener and budding conservationist.

conservation, DIY, Gardening, Project, Video, Wildlife, Bob's Market LiveJohn MorganJuly 8, 2022NWF, Wild Yards, Certification, Wildlife, habitat, conservationComment

Plant Sanctuaries

Around the world we have sanctuaries, land set aside for endangered species where they can't be hunted. Typically, sanctuaries for endangered animals come to mind. However, plants can become endangered species too. In fact, we have some threatened species of plants right here in our region.

Science, Story, Video, conservationJohn MorganJune 17, 2022medicinal plants, United Plant Savers, interview, video, plant sanctuaryComment

Native Plant Gardening

Incorporating native plants into your own landscape can help support local wildlife. Here are the many benefits of growing native plants.

Gardening for Wildlife

Growing a garden to help support wildlife can boost the biodiversity of the surrounding area, create entertaining viewing opportunities, and even increase the value of your home. Here are the key items to consider when planning a garden for wildlife.

DIY, Gardening, Landscaping, Lawn Care, Project, Science, Trends, WildlifeJohn MorganJune 3, 2022wildlife, gardening, sustainable, green, nwf, habitatComment

ACHS Garden Tour

This past weekend John Morgan went on a tour of public and private gardens in Athens County. The event was hosted by the Athens County Humane Society to help raise funds for their programs.

Event, Gardening, VideoJohn MorganMay 27, 2022tour, event, videoComment

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