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Foliage and more flower spikes, plus my final book talk

April 15, 2026 When the silver Mediterranean fan palm (Chamaerops humilis our. silver) starts blooming, its Cheeto-like panicles seem to glow amid the frosty fronds. Leaning...

Best Containers for Growing Peppers and Cucumbers (Size, Material, and Drainage)

Sharing is caring! Choose the Right Pot for Strong Growth, High Yields, and Fewer Problems Peppers and cucumbers thrive in containers—but only if you give them...

How to Master Liquid Organic Fertilizer

Organic liquid feeds are a slow burn. Learn the grower’s secret: feed the soil food web (not the plant) and discover 5 game-changing tips...

hydrophobic soil may be silently damaging your plants

Some of the links in this post may be affiliate links. Share this post! Many people's houseplants have soil that has gone hydrophobic,...

Gail’s Spring Flowers in North Carolina

Hi GPODers! On Friday I made a call for early spring photos (It Is Time...

9 Perennial Vegetables and Fruits to Grow for the Edible Garden

You’ve probably noticed grocery prices going up and up lately. One way to combat inflation: Grow your own food—whether in containers, in a vegetable...

Best Drip Irrigation Systems for Vegetable Gardens (Complete Buyer’s Guide)

Sharing is caring! If you’re tired of inconsistent watering, wasted time, or underperforming crops, a drip irrigation system is one of the highest-ROI upgrades you...

A Recipe Using Its Branches, Flowers, and Leaves

Lindera benzoin, commonly known as spicebush, is the first native tree to shimmer into pale yellow bloom in Northeastern woods and gardens, weeks after...

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A Blue and Purple Spring in Dot’s Garden

Happy Friday GPODers! Dot Lenahan in Broomall, Pennsylvania (Zone 7b) shared her new garden for...

Homemade Dandelion Beer | Chelsea Green Publishing

You may have heard of dandelion wine, but have you ever made dandelion beer? We have a recipe for dandelion beer that will be...

How to Redesign and Revamp Your Garden After Light Conditions Change: Part 2

Back in February, I offered you the first part of a five-step model for...
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