Vanilla Bean Boom
This is your intrepid gardening reporter, Don Nicholas, bringing you the latest in the world of horticulture. Today, we’re diving into the aromatic world of vanilla beans, exploring their journey …
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You Can’t Avoid Some Garden Mistakes
The wonderful thing about mistakes, including garden mistakes, is that we don't have to make them all. We can learn from the mistakes of others. For example, we don't have …
The Greatest Tomato Fight of All Time
Did you know that a festival in Buñol, Spain, called La Tomatina is one big tomato fight, meant entirely for the fun and joy of throwing tomatoes at one another? …
Savor the Harvest with Stuffed Acorn Squash
I always look forward to the end of summer and deep into fall when my winter squash are ready for harvest. Last year my vines outdid themselves, producing a bumper …
Green Bean Gourmand’s Perfect Green Bean Casserole
Once upon a time in the cozy little town of Plymouth, there was a Thanksgiving feast to be planned, and one dish was set to be the star of the …
A New England Thanksgiving Tale
Thanksgiving in New England has always been a cherished tradition for our family, filled with warmth, laughter, and an abundance of delicious food. Growing up at the knee of a …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 7-8
July in USDA zone 7-8 is when the mercury climbs higher than a cat on a hot tin roof, and the humidity makes you feel like you're wearing a wet …
Bean There, Done That: How to Save Green Bean Seeds
I remember my first attempt at seed saving. It was a bit of a disaster, to be honest. I harvested too early, stored the seeds improperly, and ended up with …
What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 9-10
USDA Hardiness Zones 9-10 are the envy of gardeners across the country, and for good reason. These zones typically cover parts of Florida, southern Texas, Arizona, and coastal areas of …
What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 7-8
Welcome to October in zones 7-8, where the gardening season isn't winding down - it's revving up for round two! The scorching summer heat has finally backed off, leaving you …
