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Bonus Chapter: My Pepper Patch Blueprint
If Chapter 26 was about reflection, this bonus chapter is about anticipation.
Because somewhere between the last harvest and the first seed catalog, I find myself doing what every gardener does …
balanced fertilizer
Q is for Quick Fixes in the Garden
If Chapter 16 was about understanding pests and problems, this chapter is about what to do when you’re standing in the garden thinking:
“Something’s not quite right… and I’d like to …
The Bush Pickle Cucumber Chronicles
As an avid food gardener, I can honestly say that the Bush Pickle cucumber is one of my all-time favorite plants to grow. This unassuming, squat little vine produces pint-sized …
The Pros and Cons of Growing Poblano Peppers: A Spicy Love Story in the Garden
As an avid food gardener, I have plenty of favorites, but when it comes to peppers, the Poblano holds a special place in both my garden and my heart. It’s …
Banana Peppers: A Love Story Between a Gardener, a Sandwich, and a Surprisingly Prolific Plant
A long time ago—back when a trip to the local sandwich shop felt like the pinnacle of a good lunch—I discovered banana peppers.
My order was usually the same: a freshly …
San Marzano: The Tomato That Stole My Heart
As an avid tomato gardener, let me tell you—San Marzano tomatoes are nothing short of magical. These oblong, bright-red beauties are the not-so-secret ingredient behind some of the best pasta …
10 Benefits of Growing Lettuce in Pots
Grocery store lettuce certainly gets a bad rap for contamination and frequent recalls, so it's no wonder so many people have started growing their own lettuce, whether in an indoor …
Climbing Hydrangea: The Vertical Virtuoso
I've always been captivated by the allure of climbing plants and am always thinking of new ways to use them. My husband doesn't love the idea of anything climbing the …
Speedy Salads: How to Grow Lettuce for a Quick Harvest
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 …
The Wonderful World of Cal Wonder Peppers
If you’ve ever found yourself staring lovingly at a shiny, blocky, perfectly red bell pepper in your harvest basket and whispering, “You complete me,” then friend, you might already be …
