Are You Harvesting Garlic Scapes Wrong?
As a lover of garlic scapes—the more-delicious alternative to asparagus—I could hardly believe it when I read today's piece, Scaping Lessons, and learned there are people on this planet that …
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A Gardening Poem About Life and Death
Today's gardening poem about the rich diversity of a garden, "with plants of a hundred families, in the space between the trees," is a lovely reminder of life and death, …
A Simple Poem For a Gardener To Enjoy
I don't recall the first time I read a poem for a gardener. If I had to guess, I'd say it was in grade school. That shouldn't be a surprise …
6 Ideas for Dealing with a Massive Tomato Harvest
Hey there, fellow green-thumbed enthusiasts! If you're anything like us, the joy of gardening and the thrill of reaping what you sow are second to none. But let me regale …
The Harvest Festival Extravaganza
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the lively village, preparations for the annual Harvest Festival were in full swing. Colorful banners fluttered in the …
7 Tips for Preparing Clay Soil for Planting Vegetables
I'll admit that part of the joy of gardening is having a good excuse to play in the dirt. As adults, we don't get to do that very much, but …
Blessing for a Gardener: A Timeless Garden Prayer Poem
"Blessing for a Gardener" is a beautiful garden prayer poem by Julian of Norwich, a 14th-century English mystic and anchoress. This garden prayer poem, originally written in the late 1300s …
4 Moving Poems About Gardens and Love
Throughout history, many famous poets have drawn inspiration from nature to write poems about gardens and love. One of the most well-known examples is William Shakespeare, whose sonnets often used …
Growing Zinnias Every Which Way
Zinnias are one of my favorite flowers, and growing zinnias has been an adventure for me, so when I caught the title of this piece, I knew it would be …
5 Poems About Planting: Sowing Seeds of Inspiration
Planting in the garden is a timeless act that connects us to the earth and the cycle of life. It is a powerful metaphor for growth, renewal, and the nurturing …
