About Bill Dugan

Bill Dugan

Bill Dugan serves as Executive Editor for Food Gardening Network and GreenPrints. He is responsible for the development and evolution of all editorial and marketing frameworks. Bill first gained his gardening knowledge from his schoolteacher father—who spent his summers tending to a vast backyard food garden and teaching all eight of his children how to grow and harvest good food. Today, Bill tends a small balcony food garden from his apartment in Washington, D.C.

Articles by Bill Dugan

How To Sprout Broccoli Seeds at Home

How To Sprout Broccoli Seeds at Home

Learning how to sprout broccoli seeds at home is easy, and it only takes a few days. But is it worth the effort? That's easy to answer with an enthusiastic  
Spinach and Mushroom Risotto

Spinach and Mushroom Risotto

Risotto is a classic Italian dish renowned for its creamy texture, rich flavors, and comforting appeal. This Spinach and Mushroom Risotto takes the traditional recipe to the next level by  
Rosemary’s Remarkable Health Benefits!

Rosemary’s Remarkable Health Benefits!

The unmistakable aroma of rosemary instantly conjures images of sun-drenched hillsides, crackling hearths, and hearty meals shared with friends. With its needle-like leaves and piney scent, rosemary has long been  
What is Eating My Cilantro Leaves?

What is Eating My Cilantro Leaves?

If you love good guacamole, you probably already know who is eating your cilantro - everybody! Cilantro is thought to be one of the first herbs enjoyed by humans, going  
Roasted Tomato Sauce

Roasted Tomato Sauce

For me, it is very important that I am canning and jarring tomato sauce all summer long. I think my grandmother Philomena, who was a full-blooded 4'8" Italian granny who  
Growing Zones for Radishes

Growing Zones for Radishes

Radishes are cool-season vegetables that grow best in USDA Hardiness Zones 2–10, making them suitable for most of the continental U.S. They’re fast-growing, hardy, and can be planted multiple times