Tendrils to the Heart
[A Newsday article reprinted and distributed by GreenPrints.]
I was going back home for Father's Day and I didn't have a present, so I wandered around a mall, looking at ties …
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Colorful Garden Art On Your Plate
It almost seems redundant to talk about colorful garden art. Gardens are some of the most colorful places around many homes. And in botanical gardens far and wide, there's seemingly …
There Are Gardening Words of Wisdom If You Listen
I always try to keep my ears open for some good gardening words of wisdom. Some are simple and straightforward, like the idea of labeling your seeds and seedlings. It …
No Rest For Garden Weeders
Some gardeners get lucky. They must. These are the gardeners who rarely have problems with weeds. They pull a few stray weeds here and there, but otherwise, they let mulch …
Inspirational Rock Garden? You Could Say That
Inspiration doesn't always come in the way we might expect. Sometimes inspiration even pushes us in the opposite direction. For example, an inspirational quote might remind us of the beauty …
When Can I Plant Snow Peas?
Those first vegetables of early Spring are like an oasis in the desert. Sunshine on a cloudy day. A smile when you're feeling down. I think that's why so many …
The Man Had a Serious Plant Obsession
I have a plant obsession. If you're reading this, I bet you know exactly what I mean. I'm not allowed to go into my favorite plant store more than a …
So Much and So Many
Summertime has always meant sun, dirt, and mud to me. It means longer days. Most of all, Summertime means abundance. …
Midwest Street Corn
Midwest Street Corn is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that brings a unique twist to the classic Mexican street food, elote. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves the …
