A well-maintained pond can be a game-changer, offering benefits beyond aesthetics. By boosting soil moisture, attracting beneficial wildlife and enhancing biodiversity, a pond helps your garden thrive naturally — without …
When we bought our house, my favorite thing in the backyard was the hundred-year-old Ash tree smack dab in the center of the yard. She was statuesque, gorgeous, sturdy, and …
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 …
March in zones 4-6 is when every slightly warmer day has us pressing our noses against windows, watching for the first signs of spring. While our gardens might still be …
You can’t talk about gardening without talking about bugs. There are a lot of bugs that will destroy a garden if you let them. Aphids, whiteflies, cabbage worms – I could …
Broccoli has always been the underdog of the vegetable world, often overshadowed by its flashier cousins like spinach and kale. But this humble "little tree" has a regal lineage, tracing …
As Saint Patrick's Day approached last year, my wife Gail and I were eagerly preparing for our annual celebration. Ever since we moved to Plymouth we've been fortunate to be …
As I was pondering the corned beef and cabbage recipe featured in this issue, I realized something remarkable: cabbage has quietly crept into my life as one of my favorite …
There's a true joy in going to the garden and picking some ripe eggplant, tomatoes, and herbs for a late summer dinner. I love walking friends through my garden in …
