Growing daylilies is very easy.  They are perennial flowers and have a very distinct look that combines elegant, trumpet-shaped flowers with rugged, grass-like foliage that grows and opens up in June in 7B zone.  They require

Echinacea: A Resilient Perennial for Zone 7b Echinacea (Coneflower) is a perennial flower plant that grows well in Zone 7b right here in Brooklyn. It grows well in Zones 5 through 8, too. The flower is

Lettuce is a leafy crispy green vegetable that is used in salads and sandwiches. There are a variety of lettuce to grow. They come in many size and colors. from very tender to crispy. Growing lettuce

Oregano is an aromatic flowering woody perennial herb part of the mint family.  It is native to the Mediterranean region.  It now grows successfully across the Northern hemisphere. It is used as a culinary, and ornamental

As you know, I am a retired NYC public school teacher who lives half the year in Brooklyn (Zone 7A) and half the year in Tampa (Zone 9A). I have loved plants all my life. I

GROWING CABBAGE IN POTS ON YOUR BALCONY OR PATIO How to Grow Cabbage from Seeds in Containers Cabbage is a versatile vegetable used in all kinds of dishes: soups, salads, and sandwiches. It can be eaten

Zinnias are very popular vibrant colorful long lasting annual flowers. They come in all colors. They have rough, slightly hairy, lance-shaped leaves that grow opposite each other on the stem. The stems are stiff and sturdy,

Tomatoes are tasty, highly nutritional and both sweet and acidic fruits. Used in salads, they can be eaten raw or cooked and in preserved forms. They are a staple in cuisines all over the world. Tomatoes

Cucumber is an incredible tasty fruit low in calories. It is made of 96% water. It is rich in vitamin K. Its skin is rich in fiber and antioxidants. It has a mild refreshing sweet taste

Zucchini is a mild flavor summer squash annual vegetable full of nutrients. It is low in calories.   It is used for many things:  breads, soups, salads, salads, stirs – fry’s. It grows well in hot