The Year of the North Star
I want to do with you what spring does with the cherry trees.” ― Pablo Neruda,”Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair” Six months after we started dating, J.P. …
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The Best Flowers for a Vegetable Garden to Attract Pollinators and Deter Pests
When Emily Dickinson wrote this poem in the mid-1800s, she may or may not have been thinking about flowers for a vegetable garden. There’s really no way to say. She …
Pomegranate Grenadine
Grenadine is one of those ingredients you'll find in many cocktails. It's the syrup that adds the perfect level of sweetness not only in drinks but also in desserts. It's …
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 …
Do You Speak in the Language of Flowers?
Do you find connection and regeneration in gardens? Do you speak the language of flowers? Of course you do, because I think, like me, gardening is a source of nourishment …
What to Plant in January in Zones 9-10
Lucky you! While gardeners in other zones are huddled inside with their seed catalogs, January in zones 9-10 feels more like spring in most other places. With daytime temperatures typically …
There’s More To Writing About Gardening Than Just Writing
I might be somewhat biased when it comes to writing about gardening. I am, after all, a writer. And a gardener. In fact, I'm lucky enough that I get to …
5 Tips for Protecting Fruit Trees from Deer and Other Wildlife
I’ve always loved the idea of walking into my backyard and picking an apple or some cherries right off the tree. It seems so idyllic, like a ray of sunshine …
A Sweet Symphony of Hungarian Creams
As the sun dipped below the historic skyline of Budapest, my wife Gail and I found ourselves on the enchanting streets of this vibrant city, on a mission to discover …
What to Plant in September in USDA Zones 4-6
Even though Jack Frost might be peeking around the corner in our neck of the woods, September can still be a surprisingly fruitful month for planting. Sure, it's a bit …
