How to Transplant Herbs into Indoor Pots for the Winter
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs and you will never change my mind. And this year, my outdoor herb garden is a thing of beauty. ::brushes dust off of …
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How to Stop Invasive Herbs from Spreading
Invasive herbs? I know that's not how I usually think of invasive species. When I think of invasive species, it's usually things like boa constrictors in the Everglades, carp in …
The Art and Science of Growing Edible Flowers Indoors
It's that time of year again when the outdoor blooms are doing their dramatic "exit stage left," leaving us with a serious case of floral FOMO. But fear not! I'm …
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 …
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 …
How to Divide Chives and Share the Wealth
I don't know who gets as excited about chives as I do, but I'd like to meet them. I think my fondness for chives stems from afternoons with my cousins …
Companion Crops: Growing Better Together
Just like in life, having good friends can make all the difference in the garden. When it comes to growing fruits and vegetables, some plants simply bring out the best …
How to Kill Aphids on Tomato Plants with Stuff from Your Pantry
As much as I love the idea of microbiomes and letting nature do its thing, when it comes to finding aphids on tomato plants in my garden, I tend to …
10 Beautiful Flowering Vegetables (and Herbs)
They say you can’t put pineapple on pizza. They say you shouldn’t have more than two cups of coffee or tea each day. They say you can’t have it all. …
Grilled Potato Boats
Potatoes on the grill? You read that right! These potato boats are packed with mushrooms, cheese and onions and are grilled to get that smoky flavor and crispy outsides. …
