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Nasturtiums!

Wildflower Seeds by Heather Stone The bright, rich colors of nasturtium flowers make an impact along the edge of the border, in a pot or climbing a wall or trellis. Their gorgeous rounded leaves, much like a water lily, are a vibrant shade of green with a few varieties having variegated leaves. These easy to […]

Cucumber Growing Guide

Tips for Successfully Growing Cucumbers by Heather Stone Once the warm weather hits it’s time to start thinking about planting cucumbers. Nothing beats a fresh cucumber straight from the vine! Cucumbers are fairly easy to grow and are an excellent choice for the new gardener.   Cucumber growing guide: Cucumbers are very frost tender so […]

Bring More Sweet Smells Into Your Life

Find Your Favorite Fragrant Flowers By Engrid Winslow Do gardeners love fragrance because they are gardeners or are they gardening because they enjoy fragrance? It’s sort of a “chicken and the egg” concept, but no gardener can deny that growing plants is a sensory experience. Whether it’s brushing against basil or tomatoes while harvesting or […]