With frosts and freezes, it might seem like there's no gardening left to be done. Not so! … There's even seeds that can be sown right now!

DIY, Fall, Gardening, Landscaping, Science, seed, Spring, WinterJohn MorganNovember 4, 2022wildflowers, autumn, fall, seed, seeds, gardening, landscaping, meadowComment

Saving Seeds

As a result of the events of the past few years, we are in the midst of a gardening renaissance.

DIY, Fall, Gardening, Raised Beds, seedJohn MorganOctober 21, 2022seeds, seed, fall, autumnComment

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.

container garden, Fall, Gardening, Plant Care, WinterJohn MorganOctober 14, 2022mums, chrysanthemum, freezing, frost, fall, autumnComment

Planting Fall Cover Crops

Creating healthy soil is a key concern for any gardener. Even in regions where the soil is rich, it can become depleted if not cared for properly. Sowing a cover crop will add vital nutrients and organic matter back into the soil, prevent soil erosion, help loosen compacted soils, and even help control weeds.

John R. MorganSeptember 30, 2022Mason, WV, USAHow-To, compost, cover drop, fall, gardening, green, seasonal care, winter

Growing Dye Gardens

Onions, turmeric, beets.

Sound like the beginning of a recipe? It could be, but it is also something completely different: A list of ingredients to naturally dye textiles.

DIY, Gardening, History, Maker Projects, TrendsJohn MorganSeptember 23, 2022dye, garden, textile, fabric, knitting, spinning, weaving

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

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