Category Archives: Blog

Homemade Pasta Sauce with Roma Tomatoes:

Canning season is here! Whether you’re a veteran canner or just learning, tomatoes are an easy place to start! Pasta sauce, pizza sauce, ketchup and salsa—always best homemade! We have canner and Roma tomatoes available by the 20lb box. Local peppers and candy onions in stock. Also available are pint jars at $7 a dozen, […]

Laura LeBoutillier: The Green Muse behind the Success of Garden Answer

Laura LeBoutillier is more than an influencer in the gardening world; she is a beacon of inspiration and guidance. As the creator of the YouTube channel Garden Answer, Laura has cultivated a global community of gardening enthusiasts since 2014, amassing a remarkable following of 1.78 million subscribers on YouTube and 604,000 on Instagram. Growing up […]

Enhancing Blooms: Aligning Fertilization with the Lifecycle of Annuals

Coming to you from the dedicated and friendly team at The Country Barn, we’ve put together an essential guide on the lifecycle of annuals. Not just that, we’ll be shedding light on how to align your fertilizing routine to ensure a profusion of blooms. We’ll delve into both standard and organic fertilizing methods to cater […]

The Comprehensive July Garden Guide from The Country Barn

July marks a critical juncture in the gardening year at The Country Barn, where the full intensity of summer arrives and mid-year growth is in full swing. This article provides an all-inclusive guide on what to do in your Country Barn garden in July, categorizing the information into five distinct sections: vegetable gardens, lawns, landscapes, […]

Instant Beauty: Choosing and Caring for Pre-Made Hanging Baskets for Your Garden Party

Every garden party or outdoor gathering needs the backdrop of a lush, vibrant garden. As the summer sun sets, casting a warm twilight glow, there’s no sight more enchanting than an abundance of flowering plants adorning decorative containers. At The Country Barn, we cherish the allure of color and the elegance of blooming plants. We […]

June is National Pollinator Month.

June is National Pollinator Month: Celebrating the Vital Role of Bees, Butterflies, and Pollinator-Friendly Plants at The Country Barn in Elkton, KY June is not only the beginning of summer but also National Pollinator Month—an important time to recognize the significance of pollinators and promote their conservation. Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators play a crucial […]

Herbs for Culinary Delights: Best Varieties to Grow in Kentucky Gardens

From the lush landscapes of The Country Barn in Elkton, KY, we present an informative guide on the top ten herbs that are perfect for your Kentucky garden. Regardless of your garden’s size or your expertise level, these herbs are notably easy to cultivate in raised bed gardens, traditional garden beds, or even containers. These […]