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10 Fruits and Vegetables to Plant in June
Some plants like the cool weather, while others prefer the heat. Some plants are easy to start indoors, like tomatoes, and others prefer to be planted directly, like beans. One …
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Growing Zones for Cucumbers
Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 12. These zones cover a wide range of climates across the United States, making cucumbers a versatile crop for many …
Cucumber Chronicles
Welcome, fellow gardeners and gourmands, to a deep dive into the crunchy, cool world of cucumbers! From their humble origins to their starring roles in Summertime salads and savory pickles, …
Traditional Greek Cucumber Salad
When there’s salad, there’s lettuce — well, most of the time.
You might be surprised to know that lettuce isn’t included in the traditional Greek salad! That’s right: the crunchy, refreshing …
Celebrating Spring with May Day
As a young child, I remember celebrating May Day in school. We would create May baskets, woven out of construction paper, and fill them with flowers and small treats. We …
Making the Most of Broccoli Growing Season: From Seed to Soup
Broccoli growing season is one of my favorite vegetable seasons. It doesn't hurt that so many other delicious veggies are in season with broccoli. But broccoli itself is one of …
Digging into the Dirt: A Humorous Guide to DIY Soil Testing and Gardening Success
So, you’ve decided to give your garden a spa day and treat it to some fertilizers and lime treatments. But before you start showering your soil with goodies, let's take …
Composting with Paul the Opossum
I am very late to composting. For years, it was something that I considered doing but never quite got around to. There always seemed to be a reason. The kids …
“Heirloom” Garden Planning Tools: From Pen and Paper to Companion Planting
Planning a garden can be a real adventure! Picture this: some veggies like their personal space, while others are quite the social butterflies in your garden. And don't even get …
