Plant selection

Using a planting calendar for the low desert of Arizona helps you be successful. A planting calendar takes the guesswork out of when to plant.

Learn how to grow black-eyed peas (also called cowpeas) and add them to your planting list if you live in a hot-summer climate.

A bulb on a stalk of your onion means it is flowering and making seeds. This is called “bolting,” which is terrible news for onion growers.

Finding and using a planting guide meant for my area helped me know when to plant and I began having successful harvests.

Knowing what to plant, when to plant, and where to plant is a juggling act for even experienced gardeners. Taking the time to make a plan will help you be successful. 

Learn how to grow citrus in containers with these tips, and in no time you will be a container citrus growing pro!

Lisianthus is a summer staple in my low desert Arizona garden. Learn how to grow lisianthus with these 10 tips.

Borlotti beans are easy to grow, prolific, AND delicious. Learn how to grow borlotti beans with these 5 tips.

New to gardening? Start here, with these 10 easy-to-grow vegetables and herbs.  Getting started gardening may seem overwhelming. There is a lot to learn, but one of the best ways …

15 Pepper Varieties to Grow at Home​ Peppers come in all sizes, shapes, and colors, and range from sweet to fiery hot. Learn about the different types of peppers, and …