What to Plant in March in Zones 4-6
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 …
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10 Common Garden Bugs That Are Actually Good for Your Plants
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: From Ancient Harvest to American Hero
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 …
Potatoes and Possibilities: From the Emerald Isle to Your Table
When my father and I first started our Family vegetable garden in Sacramento, we planted potatoes almost as an afterthought. …
Irish Roots and American Traditions: A Saint Patrick’s Day Feast to Remember
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 …
Cabbage, Cabbage, and More Cabbage
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 …
15 Long Lasting Root Cellar Vegetables and Fruits
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 …
What to Plant in February in Zones 7-8
February in zones 7-8 brings average temperatures ranging from 25°F to 45°F (-4°C to 7°C), with those teasing warm spells that hint at spring around the corner. While your garden …
What to Plant in February in Zones 4-6
February in zones 4-6 means we're still firmly in winter's grip, with temperatures swinging from a teeth-chattering -20°F to an occasionally hopeful 35°F. While your garden beds might still be …
7 Fantastically Unique Vegetable Garden Ideas
There are two ways to think about unique vegetable garden ideas: one is design and layout, and the other is what vegetables you grow. But why not combine them? There’s …
