The Myth of the Black Thumb
I always love the story of a gardening underdog. Gardening offers a unique opportunity to connect with the natural world and express yourself creatively. I enjoy growing flowers, herbs, fruits, …
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Radish Gardening with Kids
I picked today's piece, "Radishes," for everyone who has ever had a little garden helper or has tried gardening with kids. For me, it's my daughter, who has been my …
Understanding the Life Cycle of a Tree
Trees are honestly a force of nature. Sometimes, I find it so hard to fathom how these giant beings can sprout from a teeny, tiny seed. But here they are, …
Gardening with Kids is a Blessing
I like to think that I've done my job as a gardener to at least inspire curiosity in my daughter about gardening. Gardening with kids isn't always pretty, but it's …
Nothing Says Gardening Romance Like a Talking Tree
I read Lord of the Rings years ago, so it’s no secret to me that trees can talk, at least in a fantasy world. In real life, though? Well, there …
Let the Joy of Gardening Grow from Seed
The practice and joy of gardening come in stages. There’s no gardener that woke up one day and devised the perfect garden beds, chose the perfect seeds, grew them perfectly …
How to Make a Compost Smoothie
There’s no better friend than a gardening friend. I say that because one good tip from a gardening friend is worth a lifetime in the garden. For example, let’s talk …
An Ode to Young Gardeners and their Mothers
Moms are always up to their tricks, aren’t they? Brush your teeth, wash your hair, eat your dinner. What was up with that?
All grown up with kids and grandkids of …
Is Gardening With Kids Still Worthwhile?
While reading today’s story, I am reminded of my own children when they were young, and how they were always watching and listening, even if they weren’t particularly interested in …
