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When You Work in Gardening, You Always Have a Friend
Today's story begins how most of my weekend mornings do, hanging by the seed rack at my local gardener's co-op. Well, at least April through June-ish. In An Unexpected Compliment, ... Read More
How to Plant an Irish Vegetable Garden
Ireland may be known for cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, but there's much more to an Irish vegetable garden than these staple veggies. Of course, you can do a lot with ... Read More
Cooking with Paprika: A Hungarian Culinary Revelation
I’ve always had a soft spot for paprika. It sneaks its way into my soups, stews, and rubs, adding warmth and depth to nearly everything I cook. But it wasn’t ... Read More
How to Fertilize Container Vegetables for Best Results
Have I told you how much I adore container gardens? Container gardens are the quiet MVP of the vegetable gardening world. Container gardening provides accessibility to everyone. If you rent ... Read More
How to Stop Vegetable Diseases from Invading Your Garden
Vegetable gardening can bring a roller coaster of emotions. Watching your plants grow from seed or seedlings can be thrilling, especially when it comes time to harvest your crops. Not ... Read More
Planting Weeds In a Garden for Meditation
I know! You're probably reading that sentence above and thinking we have all gone off the deep end here. But don't hit that unsubscribe button yet! Hear me out, because ... Read More
How to Use a Garden Tiller to Create Perfect Garden Beds
Oh, the perfect garden bed. 'Tis a dream of every gardener. But if you're used to using a hoe, rake, spade, or other hand tools, a garden tiller, despite its ... Read More
Why Vegetables Grown Above Ground Are Beloved by Health Nuts
Let’s talk about health. No, I’m not your doctor, and no, I’m not about to make you feel guilty about the fact that you didn’t exercise yesterday. I, too, may ... Read More
Raising Young Gardeners
As parents and grandparents of potential young gardeners, we have watched whimsical playtime in the backyard turn to bright staring faces behind blue tablets and screens. Eating out at a ... Read More
Hop Into Easter: Egg-cellent Picks for a Festive Celebration!
Easter is a delightful time that brings together the warmth of family gatherings, the joy of spring's arrival, and the profound significance of religious observance. From attending inspiring church services ... Read More