Planting Radishes in the Ground or in Raised Beds
Radishes can be planted directly in the ground or in raised beds, four to six weeks before the last frost. …
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Companion Planting Basics for a Freedom Garden
There are a lot of ways to grow a successful garden. Companion planting is one of the best “next level” strategies to help with that goal. …
9 Cucumber Companion Plants You Want In Your Garden (+ 1 to Avoid)
Did you know that cucumbers are the second-most popular vegetable in home gardens? Bite into one, and it's easy to understand why. We aren't the only ones who love cucumbers, …
How to Select the Best Herbs to Plant in Spring Gardens
I love deciding which herbs to plant in spring. I know many of them like spending warm summer days outdoors, but the way to get there is to start them …
Planning Out Bountiful Raised Beds
If there's one thing I love to do in a deep February New England winter, it's planning out my vegetable garden. Last year it was a whole new ballgame because …
Planting Bell Peppers in the Ground or in Raised Beds
If you live in an area with a long growing season, the easiest way to plant bell peppers is to plant seeds directly in the ground. …
Maple-Glazed Carrots
These surprisingly simple maple-glazed carrots are sweet and savory. You can play with the flavors by switching in honey for the syrup or using different herbs such as dill or …
Stone vs. Mulch: Which is Better for Edging Edible Gardens?
Stone vs. mulch. It's the final piece of the garden design puzzle. After we've decided what to plant in the garden, what kind of support trellises we want to make …
Avgolemono Chicken Soup with Rice
The first time I tried Avgolemono, I was exploring my local Greektown with my husband, and we stopped in a tiny hole-in-the-wall. No one was there except for us, the …
8 Fun Age-Appropriate Kids Farm Stand Ideas
One of the best things you can do for your kids is to help them start a business. Even a simple lemonade stand teaches them leadership skills, social skills, how …
