Weeding 101: Remove some in the sun and some after rain
Pick perennial weeds after a rain and remove annual ones when the weather is sunny and dry.
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Vermont Garden Journal
The Vermont Garden Journal is a weekly program hosted by horticulturalist Charlie Nardozzi. Each week, Nardozzi will focus on a topic that's relevant to both new and experienced gardeners, i...
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20 of 21 episodesBasil-planting tips: repel pests, attract pollinators and reap a great harvest
Fresh herbs like basil come in a multitude of flavor profiles, like cinnamon, lemon and lime. Use basil to enhance your food and cocktails.
Cultivate blueberry plants with young, middle-aged and older stems for the best berry production
Blueberry bushes don't require much pruning until they're older than five years. If yours are older, aim to prune them so there is a mix of...
Want to build a raised bed? Seek out these materials for the best results
Wood, metal or masonry are great materials to build a raised bed. Here's what you should know about each option.
Grow these veggies and flowers vertically for a more efficient garden space
Growing flowers and veggies vertically saves space, and the vines can act like a screen for your deck or patio.
Prune certain trees and shrubs now for more fruit and flowers later
Fruiting and flowering trees and shrubs, as well as certain types of hydrangeas, benefit from pruning this time of year.
Sprinkle lettuce seeds on snow and other tips for gardening with nature
Charlie Nardozzi's new book, The Continuous Vegetable Garden, includes ways to make gardening easier, cheaper and more in tune with nature.
Plant a small tree that bears fruit for birds, pollinators and you
Cornelian cherries flower early in spring and provide pollinators a critical food source.
Hosta salad, anyone? Going beyond traditional perennial vegetables
Perennial vegetables are just what they sound like: crops that grow each year without replanting. This spring, go beyond traditional perenni...
Plan a garden that will feed your family and others
Plan now to grow extra veggies, like carrots, potatoes and onions to share.
Dramatic and fun houseplants to grow while you wait to get your hands into the spring soil
Caring for cool houseplants can help us bide the time while we wait for warmer weather.
Grow more veggie crops in less space with fewer weeds and watering
Maximize your garden space and produce more vegetables with these planting techniques.
Give sweet peas an early head-start for the most flowers this spring
In a few weeks, you can start growing sweet peas indoors and Charlie Nardozzi has tips on how to give the roots an early start, plus which t...
Create a perpetual garden that produces veggies and fruits all season long
You know that lull that comes after a glut of fresh produce from your home garden? With certain planting techniques, you can create a garden...
Looking for new perennial flowers to plant? Try 'Sunglobe,' 'Supra Cherry' and 'Sole Giatto'
The nonprofit All-American Selections tests garden seeds, ensuring they perform as promised in various zones.
Try planting unique veggies this spring, like a burgundy sweet corn or sprouting cauliflower
As you're planning out your garden, choose some unusual vegetables to grow this spring with the help of the All-American Selections Winners...
How to care for large houseplants, from lighting to the proper container
Certain houseplants like dracaena and monstera can grow quite big. And these plants need specialized care, from the proper amount of sunligh...
Holiday poinsettias come in red, white, orange, yellow or freckled
Consider some unique varieties of this iconic holiday plant. If you fall in love with your choice, it's easy to keep poinsettias alive long...
Gift ideas for the gardener on your list
These practical gifts are just right to tackle multiple jobs in the garden.
Which holiday plants are naughty or nice? Here's a list to keep kids and pets safe
Certain plants used in holiday decorations, like holly berries and mistletoe, can be toxic for kids and pets if they ingest them. Find out w...