Calhoun County Gardening – Zinnias Shine as a Colorful, Low-Maintenance Favorite for Gardeners
Calhoun County, AL – Gardeners across all experience levels continue to turn to zinnias as a dependable and vibrant addition to their landscapes. Known for their wide range of colors, heights, and bloom styles, zinnias offer a long-lasting display that can brighten gardens from early summer until the first frost. Among the many varieties available, […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Garden Favorites: Seeds That Bring Color, Height and Pollinators to the Landscape
Calhoun County, AL – For gardeners who enjoy saving seeds and watching their landscapes transform each season, a carefully selected group of plants can deliver both beauty and biodiversity. One local gardening enthusiast is sharing a list of favorite seeds collected and grown year after year—plants known for their height, vibrant colors and ability to attract […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Vertical Elegance: How Climbing Vines Transform the Garden
Calhoun County, AL – Climbing vines add striking vertical beauty and structure to any garden, transforming ordinary spaces into layered landscapes filled with texture and color. Among the most reliable and rewarding varieties are clematis selections, known for their vigorous growth and breathtaking blooms. One standout is the Jackmanii Deep Purple Clematis, which produces strong […]
Calhoun County Gardening – From Two Maples to a Thriving Shade Garden: A Journey in Patience, Creativity, and Resourceful Gardening
Calhoun County, AL – Two photographs from 2018 capture the humble beginnings of what is now a flourishing shade garden—an area that once held only two century-old maple trees. Through years of journaling and hands-on experience from 2018 to 2026, this shade gardening project has evolved into a thriving landscape filled with texture, structure, and […]
Calhoun County Gardening – From Garden Notes to Garden Beds: Favorite Seeds to Sow for a Vibrant Spring
Calhoun County, AL – As winter settles in, many gardeners turn to seed catalogs and greenhouse dreams. For one local gardener, however, the season begins by searching through years of carefully kept garden notes. The goal is simple: select the favorite seeds that will bring color, height, and life back to the landscape in spring. […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Why I Stopped Pulling Weeds Too Early—and Why You Might Want To, Too
Calhoun County, AL – Through trial and error, I’ve learned that pulling weed roots too early can actually create bigger problems later. It feels productive in winter, but early weed removal can backfire in ways that aren’t obvious until spring. During the winter months, weeds often appear before many perennials have a chance to emerge. […]
Jacksonville Farmers Market Seeks Vendors and Volunteers for Upcoming Spring Season
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Farmers Market is preparing for its upcoming spring season and is currently seeking both vendors and volunteers to support the market’s operations. According to Jacksonville Farmers Market Director Summer Sherman, the market is inviting participation from farmers, gardeners, homesteaders, flower growers, egg producers, and individuals offering locally grown or produced goods. […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Planting With Purpose: Why Sun, Shade, and Soil Make All the Difference
Calhoun County, AL – Seasoned gardeners often smile when recalling early lessons learned the hard way—especially the simple truth that full-sun plants must be planted in full sun. Many of us learned this rule through trial and error, but it remains one of the most important fundamentals in gardening. Plants such as lilies, irises, cannas, […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Encouraging New Gardeners to Grow: Exploring Simple, Flexible Gardening Options
Calhoun County, AL – Gardening doesn’t have to begin with rows of tilled soil or large in-ground plots. For those new to growing their own food, there are many accessible and flexible ways to get started—no matter the size of your space or experience level. One easy option is container gardening. Potted vegetables can thrive on […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Gladiolus Care 101: Resting Corms for Stronger Stalks and Bigger Blooms
Calhoun County, AL – Seasoned gardeners know that gladiolus corms can safely overwinter in the ground in USDA hardiness zones 7–10 without freezing. However, experienced gladiolus growers also understand an important long-term truth: corms need periodic rest. Every four to five years—or sooner—gladiolus corms should be dug and rested. When left in the ground too long, […]