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One of my favorite times to be alive is that magical, liminal moment when Winter releases its grip and Spring bursts into view .

The best Asheville Nurseries & Garden Centers. A local's recommendations, where to buy.

Howard Wallace , from the Columbus County Center gives a detailed and actionable report on our common plant diseases in NC, and what you can do about them.…

Crave an indoor lemon tree ? Throughout my California childhood, I'd pick oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, guavas, figs, kumquats, loquats, and…

As crisp fall days turn short and dark, I know winter is here. My mind races toward the garden: how do I maintain a little color to get me through to spring?

One summer over four years ago, we brought home a 2-yr old Fuyu persimmon tree and planted it near the grape arbor in our backyard. My daughter christened…

I go to Reems Creek Nursery all the time; here's the lowdown on my tips and budget hacks. One of the loveliest things about Reems Creek Nursery is their…

Pansies hold up to the bullies of winter. Pansies can tolerate low temps even surviving drops below 25°F. They'll wilt but never fear!

Niche Fruit Trees For Home Gardens in Western Carolina, Excerpts from a NC Cooperative Extension Agent interview.

Compost for Raised Beds Guide and Tips in Asheville NC.

Growing Seedlings and Starts in the winter. Getting ready for spring & summer in Asheville, NC.

Botanical Tulips vs Dutch. What we grow in our Zone 7a Asheville NC garden.