From Dead to Divine: Transforming a $1 Crepe Myrtle Bargain Plant
September 4, 2024
Sometimes, the best finds are the ones everyone else passes by. I recently scored a crepe myrtle bush for just $1 on
The Secret Ritual of Butterflies: Unveiling the Purpose of Puddling
August 24, 2024
If you’ve ever noticed a cluster of butterflies gathered at the water’s edge, they’re engaging in a behavior called “puddling.” This isn’t
Hidden Gem Alert: The Nursery Sale Rack!
August 22, 2024
One of my favorite gardening secrets? Heading straight to the sale rack at the back of the nursery this time of year.
Autumn Olive Tree: How to harvest and use their berries
August 2, 2024
Guess what we stumbled upon while wandering around Sweet Bombdiggity Farms? Autumn olive trees! These resilient beauties are packed with bright red
Mimosa Tree: The Happy Pink Fluffy Healer!
August 1, 2024
At Sweet Bombdiggity Farms, we adore our Mimosa trees, not just for their stunning, fluffy pink blossoms, but also for their remarkable
The Best Gardening Advice I’ve Ever Been Given
June 21, 2024
Some of the best gardening advice I was ever given…Gardening is a journey, not a destination. You have permission to not be a master gardener every day. A dear friend shared this revelation with me years ago and she is NOT wrong!
Dog Vomit Fungus (MOLD): Natures Weird Surprise in Your Garden
June 19, 2024
I’ve got a quirky find to share with you—dog vomit fungus! Yep, you read that right. This funky fungus might sound gross, but it’s actually pretty cool. Here are a few fun facts:
Addressing Food Insecurity, One Plant at a Time
June 14, 2024
Food insecurity is an issue that affects many of our neighbors, often closer to home than we realize. But there’s something we can all do to help—plant a garden, a single pot, or any small green space. Just start!
The Complete Lavender Guide: Why It Dies, and How to Grow It in the South
June 11, 2024
Lavender does not die of cold in East Tennessee. It dies of wet feet. Full sun and soil that drains hard are
Benefits of Mulching with Hay in Your Garden
June 4, 2024
Benefits of Mulching with Hay in Your Garden
If you’re looking for an effective and sowmtimes even free mulching option for your vegetable and flower gardens, consider using hay—especially the discard that lands on the hay room floor. Here are some benefits and tips for using hay as mulch:
Discover the Wonders of St. John’s Wort: Benefits & Tips
June 1, 2024
I was gifted several beautiful, healthy St. John’s Wort plants from a local nursery friend and cannot wait to put them in
Tips & Tricks for Harvesting Radishes
May 28, 2024
It’s an exciting day at Sweet Bombdiggity Farms—our radishes are ready for harvest! They’ve been in the ground for just about 25-35
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