What to Plant in September in USDA Zones 7-8
Ah, September in USDA zones 7-8 - a time when most folks are packing away their gardening gloves and dreaming of pumpkin spice everything. But hold onto your sun hats, …
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What to Plant in September in USDA Zones 4-6
Even though Jack Frost might be peeking around the corner in our neck of the woods, September can still be a surprisingly fruitful month for planting. Sure, it's a bit …
Embracing the insect invasion in the garden
By the time fall rolls around, the hostas and the roses, the kale and beets and tomatoes all show substantial insect/pest damage. They aren’t the only things in the garden …
Fennel and Kale Pancakes
Sunday is one of my favorite days of the week because it also holds the status of “Pancake Day” in our house. There’s nothing quite like a fluffy pancake slathered …
Peanut Butter Pineapple Upside Down Smoothie Recipe
Hey there smoothie enthusiasts and fellow pineapple lovers! Today, I stumbled upon a juicy discovery that's sure to add a delightful twist to your post-surgery recovery routine. It all started …
What to Plant in August in USDA Zones 4-6
As we all know, August can be a tricky month for gardening, with scorching temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. But fear not! With a little know-how and some careful planning, …
How to Create an Edible Perennial Garden
Edible perennial fruits, herbs, and vegetables are the gift that keeps on giving! Unlike annuals or biennials, which must be planted annually or every other year respectively, perennials will return …
Fire-Roasted Tomato Kale Soup
Anytime is a good time for homemade soup. The more veggies the better, and the easier to throw in a pot, even better. Throw it in, and let it go, …
Harvesting Happiness: Navigating Life’s Third Third with a Garden Guru
In a world captivated by life-hacking gurus dissecting existence into thirds, the spotlight often falls on those entering their third thirds, sharing wisdom on making this stage of life profoundly …
Tessa the Garden Crusader
Determined to reap the benefits of kale's nutritional prowess, Carole and I embarked on a gardening adventure, planting a Fall crop in containers on our deck. As August waned, we …
