You’ve planted the tomato seeds, watched them grow, and now you’re finally starting to get some beautiful tomatoes! But what’s this? Who put this disgusting black scab on the bottom of my beautiful tomato? That horrible scab that’s ruining your tomato is called Blossom End Rot. Blossom end rot is
So, you’ve heard other cut flower gardeners and vegetable gardeners talk about organic and heirloom seeds, but you’re not sure what all the hype is about. You’re in the right place! In this post, I’ll walk you through what to look for when purchasing organic and heirloom seeds, the difference
Peppers are what I consider one of the “vegetable gardening glory plants.” Nobody really cares if you can grow nice beans or zucchini, but everyone will ooh and ah over your peppers and tomatoes. Unfortunately, if you live in a colder climate like I do, peppers can be tricky to
Do you ever see an image on a food magazine and can’t get it out of your head? About two or three years ago, I saw a beautiful rainbow-coloured tomato tart on the cover of a magazine. Was it Martha Stewart? Real Simple? Another food magazine? I have no idea.
Hi, I’m Kristen and I help new gardeners learn to grow their own vegetables and beautify their yards. I also share recipes that use all those delicious garden produce. Grab a coffee (and your gardening gloves) and join me for gardening tips, simple recipes, and the occasional DIY, all from the lovely city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
