When shopping for plants, you might have seen the “zone” listed on the plant tag. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) developed a map of plant hardiness zones for the US to help peop...
In the early 20th century, deer were almost wiped out by hunting. These days, they seem to be everywhere. Deer can cause tons of damage to a landscape. Here are some tips to keep your landscape dee...
Perennials that flower in late summer or early fall are generally planted in the spring, while spring and early summer flowering perennials are generally planted in the fall. We ship bare root pere...
Spring is an important time for plants. Their stored energy is almost used up. They are about to put on a burst of new foliage. Many plants will also be blooming and developing fruits and seeds soo...
People who practice nomadic herding move their animals through vast landscapes to find grazing lands and water sources. Through their migratory way of life, nomadic people develop community princip...
Extensive agriculture uses limited resources across broad areas to utilize natural processes for raising crops and livestock while maintaining a lower environmental footprint. Despite producing sma...
The beginner-friendly method of container gardening turns challenging and limited spaces into productive mini-garden areas. New gardeners will be able to harvest fresh produce and see colorful bloo...
The innovative technique of hay bale gardening allows for plant cultivation in tightly packed hay bales, which break down into fertile, warm conditions suitable for managing limited spaces or poor ...
Vertical-climbing perennials deliver seasonal beauty to gardens and maximize space usage by returning with lively growth every year. Enduring vines with suitable support structures and proper site ...
An extended growing season in Zone 8 allows diverse perennial plants, such as hardy geraniums, salvias, and subtropical cannas, to thrive because of the region’s moderate winters. Gardeners create ...
The farming method known as shifting cultivation, or slash-and-burn, involves clearing small plots burned for cultivation before being allowed to regenerate naturally. If adequately managed, shifti...
The combination of colonial expansion and monoculture practices within plantation agriculture greatly impacted global trade patterns, land utilization, and workforce management. The plantation econ...