Enter Our Photo Contest: Signs of Spring

April 14, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

For the gardener, no season is as eagerly anticipated as spring. And after the winter of 2013-14, we are ready! So, what are the signs of spring in your area? Is it the first crocuses? The swelling buds of the oaks? Is it your neighbor, washing his boat? Share a springtime image and you could [...]

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Enjoy Clean, Blemish-Free Berries with
New Strawberry Supports

March 31, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

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Miniature Vegetable Garden Thrives Under Lights

March 20, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

I’m deep in the heart of a bitter cold northern winter and something strange is happening. I’m rejecting gardening books and seed catalogs. I really don’t know why, as I’ve always enjoyed snuggling with garden literature. Lately though, I just can’t drum up the enthusiasm for a good, long, green-thumbed read. What I really need [...]

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Mystery Seeds Yield a Sweet Surprise

March 18, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

Here at Gardener’s Supply we have something called “the free table.” It’s where employees put things they want to give away, so it’s always interesting to see what shows up. The free table is a great place to recycle. You’ll find everything from last year’s bestseller to a sparkly cat figurine. Last spring, I grabbed [...]

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B Corps: People Using Business as a Force for Good

March 6, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

We’re excited. Today, Gardener’s Supply has joined a class of companies called B Corps. With this certification comes a dual mission that combines bottom-line success and social responsibility. In short: Do well and do good. Since we started back in 1983, Gardener’s Supply has been a socially responsible business, which we’ve expressed by supporting employee [...]

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Pumpkins for 2014: Something Different

March 4, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

Trying to pick a pumpkin for 2014? Consider these recommendations from Gwenael Engelskirchen, who tests new varieties for High Mowing Organic Seeds. I’m seeing a lot more interest in the unusual varieties, such as the ones with seeds that don’t have thick hulls. Here are some of my favorites: Guest Post Kakai (100 days): This variety [...]

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How Do You Grow? By the Row or by the Square Foot?

March 3, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

Hey, vegetable gardeners! Tell us you preferred growing style and you could win a set of Tomato Ladders or Tomato Cages. When you plant your vegetable garden, do you use the square-foot technique or do you garden in rows? Vote in our Facebook poll — and express your opinion further by leaving a comment. Vote [...]

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Pattypan Squash: Compact, Productive and a Little Nutty

February 28, 2014 Written by Gardener's Supply

Like many gardeners, Kate Stauffacher tried something new last season: pattypan squash, which looks a little bit like a flying saucer. “They were great additions to our garden. Because they produced so many squash, I had to try all sorts of recipes plus give many to family and friends,” Kate says. Here’s how she used [...]

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Enter Our Photo Contest: Signs of Spring

Enjoy Clean, Blemish-Free Berries with
New Strawberry Supports

Miniature Vegetable Garden Thrives Under Lights

Mystery Seeds Yield a Sweet Surprise

B Corps: People Using Business as a Force for Good

Pumpkins for 2014: Something Different

How Do You Grow? By the Row or by the Square Foot?

Pattypan Squash: Compact, Productive and a Little Nutty

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