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December 9, 2022February 2, 2024FAQ, Growing Guides

Understanding the Differences Between GMO and Hybrid Seeds

In today’s blog post, we’re going to be discussing the differences between genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and hybrid seeds. Understanding the distinctions between these two types of seeds can be important for anyone who is interested in gardening or agriculture. GMOs, or genetically modified organisms, are plants or animals that have had their DNA altered through genetic engineering. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as to make the plants more resistant […]

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Mint: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

Mint is not only easy to care for, but it grows and spreads by itself, coming back year after year. For this reason, it is best to keep mints in their own containers so they do not take over other plants in the garden. Mint has a plethora of flavors, and each of those flavors has its own plethora of uses. Popular varieties of mint include spearmint, peppermint, and chocolate mint.

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Asparagus: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

Asparagus plants are quite the investment of time taking up to 3 years for a harvest. If you are planning on growing asparagus, make sure to plan ahead and set aside a section of your garden just for this.

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Catnip: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

These cat-attracting plants are not only fun for your cats, but also can have many benefits. They can be used to make herbal tea or to simply flower in your garden to attract bees. Catnip is also a great plant to have around to use as companion plants to help deter bugs away from your vegetables.

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Bee Balm: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

Bee balm is in the same family as mint and is grown very similarly. It is not only easy to care for, but it grows and spreads by itself, coming back year after year. For this reason, it is best to keep them in their own containers so they do not take over other plants in the garden. Bee balm is known for its amazing scent and beautiful flowers! They are great at attracting beneficial critters to your garden including hummingbirds and butterflies!

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Spinach: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

Spinach is an amazing cool weather crop that is one of our favorites! It tastes so much better directly from your garden than buying from the grocery store. You will be so impressed just like we were the first time we tried it! Spinach is a staple of our garden in the spring and fall.

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Potatoes: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

Potatoes are one of the most popular things grown in the garden. We like to grow them in SmartPots containers so they’re easier to harvest!

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Lettuce: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

With all of the colors, shapes, and flavors of lettuce available, you can have a different salad every day of the week! Lettuce is adaptable to many different growing conditions but likes to stay in a cool 60 to 65 degrees. It will happily grow in the spring and fall, but you should plan to grow them in the shade during the hotter months to slow bolting.

March 29, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Swiss Chard: How to Grow and When to Plant in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

Swiss Chard is a green, leafy vegetable that can be used in a variety of different ways in the kitchen. It is very easy to grow and is a healthy addition into your diet by growing in your backyard or container vegetable garden.

March 21, 2022March 30, 2022Growing Food, Growing Guides

Stevia: How to Grow and When to Plant this Natural Sugar Substitute in Your Backyard or Patio Garden!

This plant is a fascinating addition to a garden because of its incredible sweetness. Our kids are always amazed by the taste of it and want to eat this sweet plant! Learn more below about how you can grow your own stevia using our free mobile app!