What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 4-6
In USDA zones 4-6, May isn't just about what to plant – it's about what not to plant too early, because one late frost can send your garden dreams back …
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Black Hollyhock is the Dark Knight of the Butterfly Garden
When I first heard about the Black Hollyhock, I'll admit, I was skeptical. A black flower? In my butterfly garden? Surely, that was a joke. But let me tell you, …
The Red Onion: Zesty Roots, Sweet Layers, and Garden Glory
In our house, red onions weren’t just an ingredient—they were a way of life. My father, a professional chef with an iron stomach and an insatiable palate, had a peculiar …
Blueberry-Sage Smash Mocktail
Discovering the Blueberry-Sage Smash was like finding a hidden gem in my mocktail journey. It all started with our Lavender Simple Syrup, which honestly sat in my fridge for days …
Tiny Bundts, Big Lemon Flavor: The Italian Lemon Mini Pound Cake Adventure
It all started with a road trip to Florida, the kind where you spend half your time navigating backroads and the other half wondering if you should have worn more …
The Most Unique Types of Basil You’ve Never Tried
I never expected a routine trip to my local food co-op to revolutionize my cooking and gardening life. Standing in the herb section that spring morning, I was absentmindedly …
Berry Good Smoothie
The Berry Good Smoothie not only tastes delicious, it’s good for your heart too. Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries have been linked to lower LDL cholesterol and guess what? This …
How to Create an Edible Perennial Garden
Edible perennial fruits, herbs, and vegetables are the gift that keeps on giving! Unlike annuals or biennials, which must be planted annually or every other year respectively, perennials will return …
What is My USDA Planting Zone?
The mysterious USDA planting zone (aka plant hardiness zone) isn't all that mysterious once you get to know it. It's like the overlooked love interest in every 80's RomCom. Always …
How to Choose the Best Lights for Growing Berries Indoors
While we often think of berries as outdoor plants, you can grow some berries indoors as long as you have the best lights for growing them. And what's not to …
