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How to Use Broccoli and Cauliflower Leaves

Learn how to use nutrient-rich broccoli and cauliflower leaves from the garden, and don’t let them go to waste!

How to Freeze Broccoli

Freezing broccoli is the best way to preserve the broccoli bounty to enjoy for months after the harvests have ended. Broccoli florets will retain their flavor and resist freezer burn when you learn how to freeze broccoli and follow a few simple steps before freezing.

Five Tips For Growing Broccoli

Broccoli is a cool-weather, frost-hardy member of the brassica family grown for its edible flower buds and stalks. Although broccoli is […]

Top Garden Gifts: Tools, Treasures, and AZ-Inspired Apparel

Looking for the perfect garden gift? Explore my top picks for garden tools and treasures that any gardener will love.

Arizona Garden in December

Make the most of your Arizona garden in December. Learn the essential tasks for a successful vegetable, landscape, flower, and fruit garden.

What to Plant in December

Discover the best vegetables, herbs, and flowers to grow in December in the low desert of Arizona. Get ready for delicious spring harvests.

How to Get Rid of Cabbage Worms

Don’t let cabbage worms ruin your garden! Learn how to identify, control, and get rid of cabbage worms to protect your plants from damage.

Mastering Succession Planting in the Low Desert

Discover the power of succession planting in the low desert. Keep your garden thriving by planning for constant yields throughout the year.

What to Cover in a Freeze: A Guide for Mild Winters

Learn how to protect your plants from freezing temperatures. A list of the vegetables, flowers, and landscape plants to cover during a freeze.

Cool-Season Companion Plant Combinations

Discover the best companion plant combinations for winter gardens. Maximize productivity and create a balanced ecosystem in your garden.

Best Winter Crops for Hot Summer Climates

Discover the best winter crops for hot climates like Arizona. Learn how to maximize your garden’s productivity during the cooler season.

Winter Garden Planning in Mild Climates

Master the art of winter gardening in mild climates. Plan your garden strategically to maximize the potential of your cool-season crops.

What to Plant in November

As high summer temperatures linger longer, November joins October as a prime planting month in the low desert–here’s what to plant.

What to Plant in October

October in the low desert of Arizona marks the end of a long, hot summer. While the days remain warm, […]

Seeds or Transplants? Which Crops Have Sensitive Roots

Guide to seedlings with sensitive roots. Learn which plants prefer direct seeding and minimal root disturbance for successful growing.

How to Measure Soil Temperature Before Planting

Learn how and why you should check your soil temperature before you plant. Use this chart to improve your seed germination rates.

What to Plant in September

September in Arizona’s low desert signals the shift from summer’s intense heat to slightly milder days, making it an ideal […]

What to Plant in August

What to plant in August in Arizona. Discover the best plants for the hot weather and tips for preparing your garden for the upcoming season.

Gardening With Kids: 10 Tips for Growing Together

Sow the seeds love for gardening with your children. Explore ten tips to make gardening a fun and educational experience for the whole family.

Arizona Garden in March

A March printable garden task checklist, plus which vegetables, herbs, and flowers to plant in your Arizona garden in March.

Arizona Garden in February

Arizona garden in February inspiration, a February garden checklist, and a list of which vegetables, herbs and flowers to plant this month.

My Favorite Crop Varieties

This post lists my favorite crop varieties; the vegetables, herbs, and flowers I grow that are standouts and perform well season after season.

Arizona Garden in January

January garden checklist (free printable) and which vegetables, herbs, and flowers to plant in your low desert Arizona garden in January.

How to Grow Kohlrabi

From choosing the right variety, planting at the best time, to taking care of pests & diseases – learn how to grow kohlrabi with these tips.

Prevent Garden Pests Organically

Don’t use harmful chemicals in your garden! Learn how to prevent garden pests and diseases organically with these tips.

How to Grow I’itoi Onions

Learn how to grow I’itoi onions, and you will soon have enough to enjoy, plant again, and share with your friends and neighbors.

How to Make Garden Vegetable Broth & Stock

The next time you have an abundance of garden vegetables, consider making fresh garden vegetable broth and enjoy its many benefits.

5 Raised Bed Garden Mistakes To Avoid

Mistakes are often the best teacher, but learn from others’ raised bed garden mistakes instead of making your own.

Gardening for Beginners: How to Start a Garden in 8 Simple Steps

Thinking about starting a garden but aren’t sure where to begin? This post, all about gardening for beginners, is for you — with eight simple steps to help you start your garden.

How to Successfully Grow Cauliflower

Learn how to grow cauliflower successfully and enjoy this delicious and versatile cool-weather crop in the Brassica family.

How to Grow Marigolds

Marigolds are easy-to-grow, have abundant blooms, and are excellent companion plants. Learn how to grow marigolds with these five tips.

When & How to Pot Up Seedlings

“Potting up” seedlings allows them to stay in the ideal conditions of your seed-starting area until they can be planted in your garden.

Seed Storage & Organization Tips

Having an effective seed storage & organization system saves you time and money, and makes garden planning easier.

Garden Troubleshooting Guide: How to Identify & Solve Common Garden Problems

If plants are struggling and not growing well, use this garden troubleshooting guide to help determine the problem AND the possible solution.

Guide to Container Sizes: Which Size Container Should I Use?

This guide to container sizes will help you answer the following questions when growing plants in containers: Which size container should […]

Vegetables, Herbs & Flowers That Grow in Shade: 5 Tips for Shade Gardening

Although most vegetables, herbs, and flowers do best with abundant sunshine, growing them in less than full sun is possible. Learn how […]

Gardening in Grow Bags: 5 Tips for Success

Gardening in grow bags is a simple way to begin gardening almost anywhere. Pick up a few bags, fill them with soil and you’re ready to go.

When to Start Seeds Indoors: A Seed-Starting Guide for Low-Desert Vegetables

Learn when to start seeds indoors in Arizona with this seed-starting guide and enjoy the benefits of starting vegetables from seed.

Arizona Vegetable Planting Guide: A Visual Guide for Low Desert Vegetables

Growing a vegetable garden in Arizona is both rewarding and challenging. This Arizona Vegetable Planting Guide provides planting dates and crucial […]

How to Grow Oregano: 10 Tips for Growing Oregano

All about planting, pruning, and harvesting oregano. Includes tips for growing oregano in containers and how to grow oregano in Arizona.

How to Grow Radishes

Growing radishes is the closest you can come to “instant gratification” in gardening. Radishes sprout easily and grow quickly, making […]

Gardening Gift Ideas – Gifts for Gardeners

I’m not going to lie. This post was fun to write. Not that I don’t enjoy writing about celery, peas, and broccoli […]

Starting a Fall Garden

Don’t let the end of summer stop you from gardening. Discover the secrets to starting a successful fall garden for a bountiful harvest.

How to Grow Kale

Learning how to grow kale is simple. This cool-season veggies is a staple in my winter garden. I plant kale in the fall and it keeps producing until temperatures warm in the spring.

What’s Wrong With My Cauliflower?

Learn what’s wrong with your cauliflower (and how to fix it!) in this blog post.