Let’s just get this out of the way: Worm Castings = Worm Poop. But, “castings” is a much more civilized way of describing the digested waste of your garden variety …
Today I present to you an oddly satisfying history of measurement. But first, flamingos! In the charming city of Madison, Wisconsin–whose official bird is none other than the iconic pink …
Is there anything cuter than a puppy in the garden, ears flopping as it discovers the wonders of the world, like butterflies and dhalias? Perhaps not. Some pups will even …
Whenever I get to write about composting, I get that feeling you have when you’ve discovered a great new TV show and want to share all about it with your …
Have I told you how much I adore container gardens? Container gardens are the quiet MVP of the vegetable gardening world. Container gardening provides accessibility to everyone. If you rent …
Everyone always says, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Okay, but what if your lemon tree flowers but no fruit grows, what should you make then?
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As a New Englander by adoption, I’m fascinated by—and proud of—almost everything New England, including our rich history of potato farming. And when it comes to the king of New …
Your indoor citrus trees have a thing or two to say about your relationship. Don't take this the wrong way; they appreciate what you do for them. But unless you …
As an avid food gardener, I can honestly say that the Bush Pickle cucumber is one of my all-time favorite plants to grow. This unassuming, squat little vine produces pint-sized …
A long time ago—back when Subway sandwich shops seemed like the height of lunch sophistication—I discovered banana peppers.
At the time, my routine was simple: walk to the neighborhood Subway for …