Chet's Garden Center
Sugar snap peas are a garden favorite for many reasons – they are easy to grow, versatile in the kitchen, and delightfully sweet and crunchy. If you’ve been looking for a new vegetable to add to your garden, sugar snap peas are a great option. In this complete guide, I’ll cover everything you need to … Read more
White spots on potato leaves can be alarming for any gardener. These spots signify that your potato plants are under attack from disease or pests. If left untreated these spots can spread rapidly and devastate your entire potato crop. In this article, we’ll explore the common causes of white spots on potato leaves how to … Read more
Dahlias are one of the most popular tuberous flowers grown by home gardeners. With their vibrant colors and unique forms, it’s no wonder they are a favorite for beds, borders, and containers. When planning your dahlia garden, an important question is how many tubers to plant per pot. Follow some key guidelines to get the … Read more
Can You Eat Nasturtium Leaves? A Guide to Using This Peppery Edible Nasturtiums are a cheerful easy-to-grow flower that also happens to be edible. The entire plant – leaves, flowers stems and seeds – has a delightfully peppery flavor. While nasturtiums are grown primarily for their bright, trumpet-shaped blooms, the leaves are also a tasty … Read more
Peanuts are a fascinating agricultural crop. When many people think of peanuts, they imagine the delicious roasted peanut snacks or rich peanut butter. But few people realize that peanuts are not actually a nut at all! Peanuts are a legume, closely related to beans and peas. And they have a very unique growing process that … Read more
Lupins are beautiful, spikes flowers that come in gorgeous colors like pink, white, blue, purple, yellow and red. They bring height and drama to the garden with their tall, upright habit and multiple stems that can reach 3-4 feet tall. Lupins also make excellent cut flowers and attract beneficial pollinators. If you want to grow … Read more
Banana peppers add a delicious tangy and spicy kick to many dishes. Knowing the optimal time to pick them can make all the difference between a mouth-watering snack or a bland bite. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about harvesting banana peppers at their peak for maximum flavor and heat. … Read more
Honeysuckle vines are popular climbing plants with wonderfully fragrant and colorful blooms. Their twining growth habit and lush flowers make them ideal for sprawling over pergolas, fences, and trellises to add vertical interest and heavenly scent to any garden. But where exactly can you find high quality honeysuckle plants for sale? As an avid gardener, … Read more
Cinder block raised vegetable garden beds are a great way to grow your own food at home. They offer many benefits over traditional in-ground gardening. Raised beds improve drainage, reduce weed pressure make gardening easier on your back deter pests, and allow earlier planting and harvest times. Cinder blocks in particular have some unique advantages … Read more
Hollyhock plants are a beloved old-fashioned flower that can add height color and nostalgia to any garden. With their tall spires covered in large, ruffled blooms, it’s no wonder gardeners look forward to hollyhock season each summer. Luckily, many online plant retailers offer hollyhock plants and seeds for sale, making it easy to add these … Read more