Have you ever noticed how many of your favorite garden vegetables look and grow in a similar way? It is no coincidence that your kale, cauliflower, and radishes all seem to share the same traits and challenges. The broccoli cabbage family, scientifically known as Brassicaceae, is one of the most rewarding groups of plants for…
Do you feel a bit discouraged when your summer blooms start to fade and the frost begins to creep in? You aren’t alone; many gardeners worry that their landscape will look drab and gray once the temperatures drop. I promise you that your garden can remain the talk of the neighborhood even in the dead…
Do you ever feel a bit discouraged when the vibrant colors of your summer garden begin to fade into shades of brown? It is a common struggle for many of us who love a splash of life in our outdoor spaces year-round. I promise you that the end of summer doesn’t have to mean the…
Have you ever looked at a head of broccoli or a bunch of kale and wondered where it all began? You might be surprised to learn that many of our favorite kitchen staples share a single, rugged ancestor that still thrives on the salty sea cliffs of Europe. Spotting a wild cabbage flower in its…
It is always a bit bittersweet when the vibrant colors of summer begin to fade and the first crisp breeze of autumn arrives. We have all stood in our gardens, looking at wilting petunias, wishing there was a way to keep the landscape alive and glowing. The good news is that you don’t have to…
You’ve spent weeks nurturing your kale and broccoli, only to wake up and find them riddled with jagged holes. It feels like a personal insult to your hard work, doesn’t it? The good news is that you don’t have to give up your garden to these hungry green caterpillars. Knowing how to get rid of…
I know exactly how it feels to walk out to your garden, coffee in hand, only to find your beautiful leafy greens look like Swiss cheese. It’s truly heartbreaking to see your hard work being eaten away overnight by silent, hungry invaders. The good news is that managing green worms on cabbage doesn’t have to…
It is a beautiful morning, and you walk out to your garden only to find your prize kale looking like Swiss cheese. You are not alone; every gardener knows the frustration of seeing those velvety green caterpillars munching away on their hard-earned crops. I promise you can protect your hard work without turning your backyard…
Have you ever walked through a botanical garden and spotted a plant that looks like cabbage leaves, only to realize it wasn’t a vegetable at all? You are not alone, as many of the most striking ornamental plants use thick, ruffled foliage to create visual interest. Whether you are looking to add texture to a…
