Gurney’s Seed and Nursery Blog

The road to getting healthier is paved with green. And what better way to start than with a hearty helping...

When I decided to start raising chickens, I was thinking only of high quality, fresh eggs. But, I soon learned that...

This year at the Research and Development farm we grew a lot of popcorn. We’ll be doing taste trials once the...

When browsing through your seed catalogs, you may notice some terminology that can be confusing. Seed is often categorized as open pollinated...

Growing up in the Midwest, I learned early on the value of the potato. No holiday was complete without several...

One of the most obvious perks of growing your own food is the ability to bring high-flavor, quality fruits and...

Season extension is the key for gardeners who seek to maximize their garden's potential. By employing effective techniques, you can...

In last post we talked about the nutritional value of three winter vegetables: rutabagas, turnips, and parsnips. All three can...

I grew peanuts for this first time this year.  All summer long I watched these unassuming plants with speculation, trying...

Did you know that peas were first introduced to France by Catherine de Medici? Or that the United Kingdom has...