When you’re digging into the wonderful world of raised bed gardening, one of the best-kept secrets to success is companion planting! It’s like inviting the right friends to a party—you …
Thankfully, several simple methods can extend the life of your products while preserving as much of their nutritional value as possible.
1. Cool It
Cold storage, such as refrigeration, is ideal …
If you want a bright, fresh, sweet but briny salad dressing that can please just about anyone, but is easy enough to prepare quickly on a weeknight, my Honey Lemon …
Ever find yourself squinting at a package of chicken nuggets in the frozen food aisle, wondering why "100% All Natural" needs an asterisk? You're not alone. One day, curiosity got …
Hearing about new gardener mistakes is one of my favorite sources of laughter. Not because I like to chuckle at other people’s misery but because we’ve all been there. You …
Tomatoes are a staple in home gardens, and when paired with the right companion plants, they can thrive like never before. Companion planting is an age-old technique that enhances growth, …
As the mercury drops and frost etches patterns on fallen leaves overnight, many gardeners in zones 4-6 hang up their trowels for the season. But for those in the know, …
In zones 7-8, November isn't just about preparing for dormancy; it's about strategic planting that capitalizes on nature's transitional rhythm. The gradual cooling acts like a starting gun for cool-season …
Garlic is my most-favorite herb of all time. I cook with it daily, and when I found out I had a nightshade sensitivity, I almost had a panic attack in …
