Locally Grown Plants

Benefits of Gardening

Plants absorb carbon dioxide, produce oxygen and improve the quality of air we breathe daily. They also increase property values and make a better first impression at the front door. Well-landscaped homes have been shown to add more than 12% to the homes value.

Gardening is an ideal exercise, promoting physical activity and stimulating the senses. If you’re looking for a reason to get out of the house and meet new people, gardening is a great option. You can join a community garden or start your own. You can also volunteer at a local public garden. There are many ways to get involved in gardening, and it’s a great way to meet new people.

Finally, gardening is a great way to give back to the environment. By growing your own food, you’re helping to reduce the amount of food that needs to be transported from farms to grocery stores. And, by planting trees and flowers, you’re helping to improve air quality and provide habitats for wildlife. So, there are many reasons why gardening is important. But, these are just a few. No matter if it’s one plant or one thousand, the benefits are clear – plants are good for the environment, good for you and great for future generations!

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Why Choose Alabama Grown Plants

  • Plants are locally grown and sustainably farmed.
  • Support your community by buying local.
  • Know that you’re helping to grow plants responsibly.

There are many choices of sustainable container materials on the market these days, most of which break down rapidly when exposed to water and heat. We still believe plastic is the best container material to use for growing plants. Please return empty pots and trays to your place of purchase, so that we may reuse, reduce, recycle.

How to Store Potatoes

🥔 Start with the Right Spuds Before we get into storage methods, here’s your golden rule: Only store healthy potatoes. Soft spots, green skin, or any sign of rot? Set those aside to use quickly (or toss if they’re past saving). Also: Let them cure!Curing hardens the skin and helps your potatoes last longer in storage. How to cure potatoes:…

Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic and Thyme

Roasted tomatoes are a simple yet flavorful dish made by slow-cooking fresh tomatoes in the oven with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and a touch of salt. The roasting process intensifies their natural sweetness, softens their texture, and brings out rich, savory flavors. Perfect as a side dish, pasta topping, or base for sauces and soups, roasted tomatoes add depth and…

When to Plant Strawberries in Alabama

When to Plant Strawberries in Alabama Before you start planting strawberry plants, it’s important to check their hardiness zone. Strawberries are a perennial plant that can be grown year round in zones 5-9. For zones 4 & 10, strawberries are considered an annual plant which means they must be replanted each year. Alabama is Zone 7 and is an excellent…