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. …
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Cucumber Gimlet(ish)
Cucumber and vodka are a classic flavor combination for a reason. They just work together so well! This easy recipe takes those two ingredients and mixes them with syrup for …
Of Bittersweet and God
The bittersweet is legendary out here on the Eastern end of Long Island. It could be Charleston's Spanish moss but for the burnt orange outline it makes of late autumn. …
Companion Plants for Sunflowers
Take advantage of organic teamwork in your garden to deter garden pests, as well as weeds. Companion planting is a great way help plants protect each other.
For example, squash, peas, …
12 Secrets to Planning Your Vegetable Garden for an Abundant Harvest
There are some not-so-well-hidden secrets about planning your vegetable garden for a good harvest. The thing is, even though they aren't exactly "secret," they get skipped over a good bit.
To …
10 Tips for Saving Heirloom Seeds So They Don’t Spoil
If you think the idea of saving heirloom seeds sounds special, well, that's because it is. An heirloom conjures the magic of something sacred passed down from one generation to …
9 Advantages of Container Gardening Indoors and 5 Ways to Do It
We can't all have outdoor gardens. But we can all have gardens. And even though the majority of gardens are outdoors, there are some advantages of container gardening indoors, as …
The Easiest Vegetables to Grow from Seeds
I don’t know about you, but as a beginner, not very serious gardener, I used to go to the store, look at the seeds, and just pick the vegetables and …
Tzatziki Cucumber Recipe
One thing I love about cooking is that I can get acquainted with different recipes from different parts of the world. It’s like traveling, but instead of going on a …
Cucumber Gazpacho
I love making soup. It’s perfect both as a light meal or as a side served with some bread or another main dish. Soup is also a comforting snack when …
