How to Stop Invasive Herbs from Spreading
Invasive herbs? I know that's not how I usually think of invasive species. When I think of invasive species, it's usually things like boa constrictors in the Everglades, carp in …
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The Dirt on Covering Your Seeds
I still remember the first time I knelt down to plant a packet of wildflower seeds in my garden. I scattered them like a child tossing confetti, then promptly buried …
Mediterranean Lamb & Pork Herb Rub
Let's talk about the transformative power of a good herb rub, shall we? This Mediterranean Lamb & Pork Herb Rub is like a passport to those little seaside tavernas where …
Orange You Glad?
Growing up in Sacramento, I was surrounded by orange trees. They lined our streets, filled our parks, and, of course, flourished in backyard gardens. As a kid, I simply assumed …
10 Helpful Plants for Bug Control in Your Kitchen Garden
The joy of growing a kitchen garden in your yard is imagining the delicious recipes and meals you’ll create using your home-grown herbs and vegetables. Do you know what gets …
Raising Young Gardeners
As parents and grandparents of potential young gardeners, we have watched whimsical playtime in the backyard turn to bright staring faces behind blue tablets and screens. Eating out at a …
Savory Fennel and Kale Pancakes You’ll Flip For
Move over, maple syrup—savory pancakes are here to steal the spotlight. If your idea of breakfast has always been sweet and syrupy, these Fennel and Kale Pancakes will change the …
Rhu the Day: The Tart Rhubarb Salsa That’ll Steal Your Heart
You know that moment when you're staring at your freezer, wondering what to do with all that rhubarb you harvested in the spring? That was me a few weeks ago. …
Fennel and Kale Pancakes
Sunday is one of my favorite days of the week because it also holds the status of “Pancake Day” in our house. There’s nothing quite like a fluffy pancake slathered …
Fresh Flavors of Pickles: 10 Add-Ins Beyond the Dill
One summer I found myself staring at roughly thirty pounds of cucumbers from just six prolific plants. I should have known better than to plant so many, but there I …
