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What to Plant in April in USDA Zones 4-6

What to Plant in April in USDA Zones 4-6

There's something quietly thrilling about those first April mornings in the garden. After what feels like an endless winter of thumbing through seed catalogs and sketching garden plans on scraps  
Homemade German Sauerkraut

Homemade German Sauerkraut

For years, I embraced my supposed German roots, devouring sauerkraut with enthusiasm. DNA, however, had other plans—revealing a family tree rooted more in Britain, France, and Scandinavia. Yet, my love  
The Joy and Chaos of Gardening with Kids

The Joy and Chaos of Gardening with Kids

I just loved reading today's story, "Tiny Gardeners," because it reminded me of my own daughter who is in kindergarten and attends a (mostly) outdoor Waldorf school. In the spring  
What to Plant in March in Zones 7-8

What to Plant in March in Zones 7-8

March in zones 7-8 is when the rest of the country is still dreaming of spring, and you can already get your hands dirty! While northern gardeners are starting seeds