Credit: The Spruce / Mia Ingui They say wisdom comes with age, and in the case of my Nonno Luigi, he's accumulated 84 years worth of wisdom in a few departments: linguini with clams, whether to use a number one or number two when buzzing hair, and over anything else, gardening wit and tricks galore. Nonno has gardened for as long as I can remember and taught me everything I know about growing fruits, herbs, and vegetables.