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5 Pocket-Sized Short Garden Poems

5 Pocket-Sized Short Garden Poems

There's something magical about a well-crafted short poem that can transport you instantly to a vibrant garden, awaken your senses, and stir your soul. As an avid flower gardener, I've  
An Indoor Healing Garden of … Cacti?

An Indoor Healing Garden of … Cacti?

Sharp. Prickly. Spiny. These aren't usually the words I associate with an indoor healing garden. As much as I love cacti, they aren't the plants I look to first when  
Finding Indoor Garden Inspiration

Finding Indoor Garden Inspiration

One look through Instagram or YouTube and you'll find plenty of indoor garden inspiration. Some are quite inspiring, like a gardener in the cold depths of a Canadian Winter who  
Plant Killer: A Story of Hope and Greenery

Plant Killer: A Story of Hope and Greenery

I’ve always had a black thumb, much to my grandmother's chagrin. She could grow anything, and I grew up marveling at her abundant garden. The fresh produce was a delightful  
Celebrating Carrot History and Diversity

Celebrating Carrot History and Diversity

Once upon a time, before carrots gained their iconic orange hue, they were wild things—bitter, pale, and purple. Some say they were so earthy-tasting that even rabbits rolled their eyes.  
Seeds of Tradition or Temptation?

Seeds of Tradition or Temptation?

January is an exciting time for gardeners. Seed catalogs arrive, offering a glimmer of spring in the middle of winter's chill. Flipping through the pages of catalogs like Baker Creek,  
Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils

Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils

When I first started experimenting with vegetarian shepherd's pie, I was skeptical that anything could match the rich, satisfying flavors of the traditional version. But after years of testing different