Gurney's Blog

Popcorn is a unique and rewarding crop for home gardeners. Whether you're drawn to its decorative charm, culinary potential, or the fun of growing something new, popcorn offers an enjoyable...

Beets have long been a favorite among home gardeners, offering both visual appeal and culinary versatility. Whether it’s their deep, vibrant colors or the wide range of ways they can...

To grow healthy and vibrant plants, gardeners need more than just sunlight, water, and good soil; they need a strong understanding of plant nutrition. The three primary nutrients essential to...

For gardeners interested in sustainability and reduced maintenance, perennial vegetables are a perfect choice. Unlike annuals, which require replanting every year, perennials regrow season after season, providing a consistent supply...

If you’re thinking about growing tomatoes but don’t know where to start, you’re not alone. Tomatoes are one of the most popular plants for home gardens, but with so many...

In addition to containers and potting mix needed for healthy houseplants, there are other variables that need to be taken into consideration. All plants need the basic elements of soil,...

If you choose the right plants and provide what they need, your houseplants and fruit trees will be a lovely addition to your indoor garden for years to come! Light...

Strictly speaking, herbal “teas” are actually called “tisanes” or “infusions”, while real tea is made from the leaves of the tea plant. Even so, the term herbal tea is now...

I’ve always had luck with run-of-the-mill tropical houseplants, but I had no idea that growing fruit indoors would be just as easy! And there’s nothing like biting into fruit you’ve...

If you have a garden space, you can easily get by with a 4’ X 4’ area. No garden? No problem. Just get a half a dozen large pots, about...

Some varieties of vegetable and flower seeds can be started outdoors, while we recommend some seed starting occur indoors. Preparation is an important factor in successful outdoor seed starting. The...

Buffalo grass has been described as rugged, dependable, and impossible to stop from growing. This hardy native of dry prairie states is a favorite of people looking for a new...

Fall has arrived! I love the fall season. Some gardeners give up after September because they think there’s nothing left to do. It is true that with the cooler weather...

Blackberry plants are perennials with a biennial growing and fruiting pattern that provide a bounty of sweet and juicy fresh fruits year after year. Apache Blackberry, a thornless erect variety,...

Close your eyes; try to imagine a crispy crunch that fills your mouth with the distinct sweetness of the absolute juiciest fruit- that’s what it’s like biting into a Honeycrisp...

Hey fellow gardeners! We know there’s probably still some snow on your ground, as winter is hitting the U.S. pretty hard this year. But despite all the winter storms, snow...

Time to dust off the wheelbarrow and get the mower started – it’s officially spring again! But with a new season filled with such promise – and so much to...

How about having hundreds of colorful butterflies, birds, and bees flying around your garden landscape? Try this – grow sunflowers to invite these beautiful airborne creatures into your garden and...

In terms of grower satisfaction, it’s hard to beat herbs. If you have limited time and space, herbs give you more for less than anything else you can grow. Just...

Fall is officially here! Autumn is my favorite season. The leaves turn colors and drift away, the air is crisp and cool, and warm apple cider and pumpkins are waiting...

Drying food is a long-established and time-honored method for preserving fruits and vegetables. The basic premise is simple: small pieces of food are placed out in the sun and warm,...

Winter has arrived! Here in the Midwest, we’ve reached freezing temperatures, and even have some snowfall! I love winter, but there certainly is a lot to do in the garden...

All Gurney’s Pea and Sweet Corn Seed Varieties Are Now Treated! Some people don’t know what to think when they hear the words “treated seed.” Is that a good thing?...

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great holiday. It’s 2020, and a new year of gardening is before us. I don’t know about you, but I am ready...