From Peasant to Power in the Garden
Power to the peasants! This month at FGN, we are diving deep into home-grown comfort food, and I love this piece about gardeners' humble beginnings. Many years ago, we'd have …
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Taming the Blackberries: When Backyard Pest Control Turns Cute
When I think of backyard pest control, I usually think of it as a way to get rid of unwanted critters. On a small scale, that might be Squash Bugs …
Introducing Sunflower Gardening in America
Sunflowers hold a special place in the hearts of many, and it's no wonder why. These vibrant blooms with their towering stalks have a universal charm that's hard to resist. …
Is There a Flower Love Language? I Believe There Is
He loves me. He loves me not. Maybe you remember saying this as you snapped each petal from a flower, one by one. Your adolescent love life rested on the …
Welcome to the Garden
In the tranquil hours between dusk and dawn, where the veil between reality and the mystical grows thin, lies a sanctuary of tranquility and wonder—the Garden. …
Caring for Baby Caterpillars In My Garden
I love butterflies. They're like little artistic stained glass windows flitting about the flowers and vegetables. They're helpful, too. Though they aren't the pollinators that bees are, butterflies do their …
It’s Hard To Leave an Enchanting Garden
There are a few times during the year that I would say almost any garden is an enchanting garden. When the flowers are in full bloom, the foliage is lush …
Is That Tree Talking and Writing Letters?
If the idea of a tree talking makes you think of fantasy stories with elves and wizards, we are of the same mind. I'll admit my first thought is of …
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 …
The Ladybug Died – But Not For Long
You can't miss a ladybug. With their bright red or orange wings and contrasting black spots, they're easy to notice. Plus, some of us believe them to be good luck. …
