It’s officially summer and not too late to keep your garden growing in Salem, Massachusetts. Whether you have raised beds, containers, or just a few sunny spots outside, here are some herbs, vegetables, and pollinator-friendly flowers you can still plant this July in Zone 6b. Easy Herbs Basil This summer-loving annual herb is easy to grow and delicious to use fresh in meals all season long. Best started from: Seed or seedling Good for containers: Yes Mint Fast-growing and beg

Last weekend, Splaine Garden brought gardeners together for a bench design contest and painting party on Saturday, June 6. The winning design was created by Gigi and Noe, with the theme “Come As You Are.” Their idea was to help make the garden feel welcoming to everyone in our garden community, no matter their background or where they come from. The bench itself was built by hand by Scott B, and Splaine gardeners joined in to help bring the winning design to life with paint.

June brought us extreme heat but that didn’t stop Salem Community Gardens from officially ushering in Summer with plenty of happenings!...

By Courtney McKane Earlier this month, Salem Community Gardens participated in the City of Salem’s annual Living Green Expo. Board...