What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10
While the rest of the country is shoveling snow, gardeners in zones 9-10 are still harvesting tomatoes and planting new ones! With average December temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F …
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Feta Believe It: A Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette for Every Leafy Green
I came across the idea for this recipe on a whim—more out of necessity than any grand culinary inspiration. With salad on the menu almost every night at my house, …
5 Easy Eggplant Recipes to Savor a Big Harvest
I've got to admit, I'm in a bit of a pickle. Or should I say, an eggplant? You see, I may have gone a tad overboard with my eggplant planting …
A Little Gardening Help?
I remember the first time someone ever asked me for gardening help. "Who, me?" I thought. I still considered myself a black thumb at that point, so I was excited …
Bomb-Sniffing Spinach, Nickel-Mining Cabbage, and Vegetable Lambs
While plants – the common garden variety, the stuff of everybody’s backyards – are universally loved, we’ve also got a soft spot for the outlandish. …
What to Plant in August in USDA Zones 4-6
As we all know, August can be a tricky month for gardening, with scorching temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. But fear not! With a little know-how and some careful planning, …
10 Drought-Resistant Vegetables for a Water Conscious Garden
We all know that vegetables need water to grow, but what happens when watering your garden gets complicated. You might live in a dry climate where droughts are common. Or …
How to Store Leafy Greens and Other Produce Without Plastic
Question: What’s worse than wilted, mushy, refrigerator lettuce stored in single-use plastic? Answer: Nothing. Over the last few years, I’ve been slowly swapping out my single-use food storage items for …
Grow This, Not That: 12 Healthier Garden Vegetables to Grow and Enjoy
When it comes to starting a vegetable garden, the options can seem overwhelming. With so many delicious and nutritious vegetables to choose from, it can be challenging to know where …
Grilled Tuna Steaks with Grape and Caper Salsa
I consider family get-togethers a special occasion that deserves a special recipe. After all, it’s a time when everyone can reconnect and catch up over some great food. For our …
