Back in the 1980s, the National Garden Bureau worked with 23 cosponsoring national horticultural organizations to legislate National Garden Week, and in 1986 President Reagan signed the Proclamation. In 2002, the National Gardening Association resolved to extend the celebration to encompass the entire month of April. All gardeners know the innumerable benefits that gardening brings…
A wide variety of vegetables lends themselves to early spring planting because they do well or are tolerant of cooler weather. Because weather varies so much — areas can experience an “early” or “late” spring — it is unwise to put an exact starting date on when to sow. A rule of thumb is when…
If you haven’t tried growing vegetables in your garden, you don’t know what you are missing. Not only does a neatly tended vegetable garden look great, but you can also enjoy many of the fruits of your labors well into the winter months. Here are seven reasons to start or continue a vegetable garden: Exercise:…
A small garden plot or several containers planted with a mix of flowers and vegetables, can instill not only an appreciation of nature, but also provide a place for fun learning activities. Lots of sun and good soil will aid in his or her gardening success. A section of your garden or a separate child’s…
