Ashley Morales

With a bachelor's degree in history and several years of professional writing experience, Ashley Morales believes there's a story in everything. It's her passion to tell each one that she can.

As Audrey Hepburn said, "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." There is nothing like gardening for developing self-sufficiency and a sense of accomplishment while enjoying the best nature can offer. She looks forward to sharing her appreciation of gardening with all readers!

Green Thumb In A Tiny Space: Small Space Gardening Tips And Tricks

Many people are born with a green thumb or have the desire to develop one. Unfortunately, not all these people are fortunate enough to have …

The Aztec Fuji Apple

Many people are familiar with Fuji apples, but a lesser-known variety is the Aztec Fuji apple! From your yard to the kitchen table, this tree …

All About Horsetail Weed

For the passionate gardener, weeds are nuisances that compromise the beauty and health of your beloved plants. Many gardeners agree that Horsetail Weeds are particularly …

Blossoms on a Donald Wyman crabapple tree.

The Donald Wyman Crabapple Tree

About 1,000 species of crabapples exist, all fitting the basic definition of an apple with a diameter measuring less than two inches. Most are great to plant in gardens, but the Donald Wyman crabapple is especially worth noting.

background of spicy red ripe habanero peppers

All About the Habanero Pepper

Throughout history, people have loved the new dimension that spicy ingredients give to their foods. The habanero pepper has always been admired as a great …

Ripe figs that look similar to the desert king fig

All About the Desert King Fig

With over 800 varieties all over the world, it would be difficult to try every type of fig that exists. However, the desert king fig …

black prince tomato yield on a kitchen table

All About The Cool Black Prince Tomato

Whether you categorize tomatoes as by their scientific classification as fruit or their culinary one as vegetables, their rich flavor makes them easy to love. …

The National Pickling Cucumber

Every fruit and vegetable has unique characteristics that set it apart from other edible plants. But each variety also carries a story of the fruit …

The Bush Pickle Cucumber

Are you looking for something new to liven up your garden this year? Look no further than Bush Pickle cucumbers! Although any cucumber can be …

Overhead view of harvested rattlesnake pole beans.

All About Rattlesnake Pole Beans

If you’ve never heard of rattlesnake pole beans, then you’re in for a treat. Keep reading to learn all about them — how to eat them and how to grow them in your garden.

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