Cathy Isom has some great information on a different way of gardening. She lets you know how to create a gutter garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are all sorts of fun and inventive ways to grow your favorite flowers, herbs, and veggies. Whether you’re hoping to save space or money, or you enjoy finding unique …
What to Plant in a Hanging Basket Garden
Cathy Isom continues her series by giving you a few tips about what you should and shouldn’t plant in your hanging basket garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Having a hanging basket garden is ideal for having your own fruits and veggies at arm’s reach. It’s also a space saver, and works well on balconies and smaller …
Tips for Starting a Hanging Basket Garden
Cathy Isom begins her series by giving you some helpful tips for a hanging basket garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you can come up with an appropriate place to hang a basket, then you can have a garden! First things first, make sure you have a sturdy hanger to support the weight of your basket. …
Why Create a Window Box Garden
Cathy Isom lets you know why you should consider creating your own window box garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For anyone wanting to grow a garden with limited space, a vacant window is a great place to have a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs in window boxes. The idea is to choose items which will …
Common Raised Garden Bed Mistakes
Cathy Isom has some important tips about some common garden mistakes with raised garden beds. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Some mistakes made in the raised bed’s beginning stages can set the stage for all kinds of issues with your crops. Some of the most common mistakes to avoid with a raised bed garden, whether you’re a beginner …
Vegetable Garden Bill Gets Green Light
In an issue stemming from a legal dispute in South Florida, the Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a bill that would prevent local governments from regulating homeowners’ vegetable gardens. Senators voted 35-5 to support the measure (SB 82), sponsored by Sen. Rob Bradley, R-Fleming Island. Bradley took up the issue after a dispute between homeowners Hermine Ricketts and Laurence Carroll …
Consider Growing Leeks in Your Garden
Cathy Isom fills you in on why you should consider growing Leeks in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Leeks are a member of Allium genus and belong in every garden as a mellower, sweeter alternative to its cousin the onion. Leeks are great to use as a substitute for onions in dishes if you have …
How to Plant and Care for Beans
Cathy Isom continues her series on beans by giving you tips on how to plant and care for beans in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. It’s recommended to direct-sow beans since beans don’t enjoy being transplanted. Plant with the eye of the bean facing down at a depth of 2-inches. Before planting, soak the bean …
Growing Your Own Tomatillos
Cathy Isom gives you some great tips about growing your own tomatillos. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tomatillos look like small green tomatoes, and do belong to the same nightshade family, but they’re slightly different plants. An unripe green tomato, for instance, isn’t the same thing as a tomatillo. Tomatillos don’t turn red and are covered in …
Growing Kale for Greens Year-round
Cathy Isom gives you a few good tips about growing the low maintenance plant that will give you a continuous supply of greens throughout the year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Kale has about a dozen varieties and is one of the wonderfully versatile plants that you can transplant or sow nearly anytime during the season. Though …