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March Makes Gardeners Dream Big
Every March, I become a wildly optimistic gardener. It happens the same way each year. One warm-ish afternoon slips between the snowstorms, the air smells faintly like wet soil instead …
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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 …
Discover The Right Essentials For An Amazing Indoor Veggie Garden
Having an indoor veggie garden brings the joys of gardening right into the comfort of your own home, but it also aligns perfectly with a healthy lifestyle. By growing your …
How to Grow Basil Hydroponically for Better Indoor Harvests
I don't have great luck growing basil indoors in the winter, and I know I'm not alone in this. I used to supplement my basil habit with store-bought container basil …
The Silent Language of Plants
I once believed that plants lived their lives in quiet stillness. They stood rooted in place, waiting for rain and sunlight, subject to both care and neglect. But I was …
Cherokee Purple Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Delight with a Hint of Mystery
Ah, the Cherokee Purple tomato—part heirloom, part legend, and wholly delicious. This distinctive tomato is said to trace its roots back to the Cherokee Nation, passed down through generations before …
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 secret ingredient behind the best pasta sauce …
Combinations of Vegetables that Should Not be Planted Together
You read that right. Even though there are lots of vegetables and herbs that complement one another in the garden, there are some vegetables that should not be planted together. …
Grow Your Own Food at Home Three Ways
Let’s just get this out of the way, produce is expensive at the grocery store. Last time I went through the checkout, I thought I must have paid for someone …
Conversations with a Village Herbalist
A Good-Natured Interview by Don Nicholas, Your Intrepid Gardening Reporter
There are many joys in writing—but one of the most delightful, at least for me, is the chance to create characters …
