“Is there a general rule of thumb for when to prune deciduous flowering shrubs?” is a question posed by beginning gardeners all the time. This is as it should be,

When you come across a helpless-looking baby bird out of its nest, it’s hard to resist the overpowering urge to come to the rescue. But most of the time it’s

These days, a great many gardeners are growing the plants for their garden from seeds. This allows a gardener to have access to a wide variety of plants that are

Growing blueberries in containers is so easy and effective that you might want to try it even if you have enough in-ground garden space where you can plant this antioxidant-rich

At Upswing Farm we LOVE our CSA members.  We know that our farm would not be possible without the core group of dedicated customers who are willing to commit to

It’s been a tough year for all of us, so how about growing your own luck? While you are unlikely to find shamrock plants (Oxalis regnellii) outdoors in New England,

Every year winter weather can cause damage to the lawn but this year with the last summer being very dry in combination with long term snow hiding the grass for

Here are six reasons why Succulents make some of the best houseplants.

Hanging gardens are becoming increasingly popular as plant enthusiasts look to save valuable floor space by getting their plants up and off the ground. Not only are hanging gardens practical,

Some of the citrus plants that can be grown inside include, but are not limited to, Ponderosa and Meyer lemons, Key lime and Murcott tangerines. The Meyer lemon is a

Now is the time to start planning your vegetable garden by making a schedule for your indoor seed starting. Some seeds such as peas, beans, corn, radishes, carrots, and beets