Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable that’s grown for it’s juicy, plump stalks. The stems are tart and sweet, and used in pies, jams, compotes, and other dishes. Because these stems are only part of rhubarb we can eat (the leaves are toxic) it can be disappointing to see our rhubarb plants growing not-so-succulent stalks. Fortunately, … Read more
Nasturtiums are a highly underrated flower. They are ornamental, yet the flowers, leaves, and young seed pods are all edible and have a slightly peppery mustard-type kick. However, you may have also heard that nasturtiums make a great companion plant and can keep bugs away. There are some misconceptions about if and how they can … Read more
Swiss chard. For many, you either love it or hate it. Swiss chard is one of the most versatile leafy greens you can grow, and is much more heat tolerant than other popular green vegetables like spinach and lettuce. The stalks also add a lot of vibrant colors to dishes. The problem is that they … Read more
Eggplants, also called aubergines, are a staple in many growers’ gardens. Not only are they one of the typical summer vegetables, they also bring color to your garden in ways that tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and other vegetables can’t. We all love seeing that vibrant, glossy purple color when walking through the garden, so when you … Read more
Rhubarb is an extremely hardy perennial vegetable whose broad, majestic leaves and bright red stalks are equally ornamental in both the vegetable patch and the flower garden. But one common issue gardeners face when growing rhubarb is that the stalks are staying green and not ripening to that red color we associate with rhubarb. Is … Read more
Aphids seem to like every vegetable in the garden, but if you’re a pepper grower, it’s especially distressing when you start noticing the little green buggers clustered all over your leaves and buds. While a few aphids isn’t something to be worried about, if left unchecked, heavy infestations can severely weaken your pepper plants and … Read more