Dependable, drought-tolerant, and high-yielding, cowpeas (also known as Southern Peas or field peas) are a must-have for the homestead garden. Growing cowpeas from seed couldn't be easier and the harvest is easy to preserve. Just shell them out fresh and freeze or leave them to dry on the plant. We offer a diverse collection of unique heirloom and open-pollinated cowpeas. From the famous pink-eyed, purple hulled peas to the much-loved crowder peas, we have something for everyone.
MoreIt was good while it lasted, but now your spinach seems ready to move on with its life. No worries, there are plenty of heat-tolerant spinach alternatives happy to step in and pick up where your spinach left off. In this week's article, we're going to introduce some of our favorites.
Transplanting—it's a stressful time for tomato plants and a busy one for gardeners. This week we're sharing a trick we use to eliminate the need for frequent watering after transplanting. Join us as we share the details on this proven, time-saving technique.
You planted them, watered them in, watched, waited, and celebrated when those first tiny sprouts finally breached the soil surface. But now, growth seems to have ground to a halt. What gives? In this week's post we're working through the most common pepper growth concerns. Join us as we explore why peppers stop growing and when you should worry.