27 Vegetable Storage Secrets
When you’ve spent months nurturing your garden, the last thing you want is for your precious vegetables to wilt, rot, or otherwise go to waste. As a food gardening enthusiast, …
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Six-Square-Foot Salad Systems
You don’t need a huge yard to enjoy fresh greens daily. When you plan it right, just six square feet can be enough. This space is easy to care for …
Best Homemade Herb & Spice Blends for Summer Grilling
No matter the season, I dream of sun-soaked afternoons by the grill, tongs in one hand and the smoky aroma of seasoned meats wafting through the air. That dream begins …
Product Review: Top Ten Plants We Love Story Collection
If you’ve ever caught yourself talking to your tomato plants or throwing a garden party in honor of your first bell pepper harvest, then Top Ten Plants We Love is …
How to Bring Dying Herbs Back to Life
It's a sad sight. You leave town for a day or two or just get caught up in life, and by the time you look at your garden, all you …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 7-8
July in USDA zone 7-8 is when the mercury climbs higher than a cat on a hot tin roof, and the humidity makes you feel like you're wearing a wet …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 4-6
As we step into the warm embrace of July, many of us might think it's too late to start planting. But let me tell you a little secret: July is …
5 Best Tomatoes for Salsa
Do you love salsa? If so, you're definitely not alone. This delicious Mexican dish is enjoyed by millions of people all around the world. And if you're looking to make …
10 Best Companion Plants for Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a staple in home gardens, and when paired with the right companion plants, they can thrive like never before. Companion planting is an age-old technique that enhances growth, …
Green Thumbs and Family Ties
My Italian mother-in-law, more feisty than a jalapeño and as mellow as honey, sat in the shade of the pergola in full bloom and shouted at me. "Why do they …
