How to Transplant Herbs into Indoor Pots for the Winter
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs and you will never change my mind. And this year, my outdoor herb garden is a thing of beauty. ::brushes dust off of …
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How to Prepare Soil for Winter for a Better Garden Next Year
If you're at all like me, you're probably thinking about next year's garden the minute the thermometer starts to drop. Heck, I'm still enjoying garden-fresh Swiss chard, and I'm thinking …
Carrot Tops: The Forgotten Half of the Harvest
Every time you toss carrot greens into the trash or compost bin without a second thought, you’re discarding what might be the most nutritious part of your harvest. Those feathery, …
Tomato Hornworms: Identification, Control, and Their Ecological Role
I'll never forget that morning, my daughter came running in from outside, yelling that I needed to come look at the tomatoes, which I'd neglected for the past week. What …
Homegrown Bread Revolution: 5 Backyard-Inspired Bread Recipes to Brighten Your Day
Welcome to a homegrown bread revolution! There’s something magical about baking bread at home – the warm yeasty aroma filling your kitchen, the golden crust crackling as it cools, and …
Laugh, Grow, Repeat: The Healing Power of Gardening and Humor
Let’s be honest: gardening can be a spiritual experience. The stillness of the morning, the smell of damp earth, the thrill of spotting that first tomato—these are the moments that …
Aromatherapy Meets Agriculture
There’s something grounding about snipping herbs straight from your garden instead of tearing open a plastic package. Nurturing tiny seeds into vibrant greens that flavor your next meal feels almost …
Asparagus Pasta with Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce
Pick up some fresh cauliflower and asparagus at the market and make this light version of alfredo pasta. It’s a great way to add veggies into an otherwise hearty dish.
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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is a beloved dish that showcases the harmonious marriage of succulent seafood and the rich, aromatic flavors of garlic and butter. This classic Italian-American dish has …
Pesto and Walnut Tortellini
This Pesto and Walnut Tortellini dish works because it combines two smart shortcuts: cheese-filled pasta that's already seasoned and a homemade pesto that takes minutes to make. The result is …
