No, I’m really not here to make your composting life more complicated, even though it may seem like it. Composting is composting is composting, right? Well, yes, it is. But  …

I've always been fascinated by the beauty and importance of butterflies in our gardens. These creatures add a touch of color and movement to our outdoor spaces and play a  …

There's something about a hanging vegetable arbor that turns a garden into a magical hideaway where you can breathe deep and enjoy nature. In a way, I suppose that's true,  …

I’ll be the first to admit that I have an overwatered plant or two in my garden every year. It’s not so bad now, but my indoor plants used to  …

In the vibrant tapestry of a garden, bugs play an essential role, both as pollinators and sometimes as unwelcome guests. Gardening poems about bugs capture the delicate dance between these  …

Classic meat lasagna - it’s the dish that transforms Sunday afternoons into culinary celebrations and turns your kitchen into the heart of pure comfort. As someone who’s spent countless weekends  …

As a kid, I lapped up bowls of fruit ambrosia at our family gatherings. You know the stuff - canned mixed fruit with fluorescent cherries, in a fluffy batter of  …

Nothing beats the satisfaction of harvesting armfuls of crisp green beans from your garden, but what happens when your plants produce more than you can eat fresh? Mastering the art  …

Nothing beats the satisfaction of biting into a sun-warmed tomato fresh from your own garden–that perfect balance of sweetness and acidity that store-bought varieties simply can’t match. Our Tomato Gardening  …

Nothing beats the satisfaction of harvesting your own crisp lettuce just weeks after planting. While tomatoes take months to ripen and peppers test your patience, lettuce is the sprinter of  …