What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10
While the rest of the country is shoveling snow, gardeners in zones 9-10 are still harvesting tomatoes and planting new ones! With average December temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F …
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What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 7-8
While northern friends are completely snowed in, December in zones 7-8 offers a few sneaky opportunities for the dedicated gardener. With average temperatures ranging from 45°F down to 25°F (7°C …
Is Forgetfulness the True Joy of Gardening?
I've had more than a few surprises in my gardening experience, as I'm sure you have. There was the time I found a family of rabbits living in some weeds …
Honey Lemon & Feta Vinaigrette
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 …
What to Plant in November in USDA Zones 7-8
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 …
Keep Your Garden Growing (Indoors) All Winter
Winter can feel like the end of the gardening season, especially for those of us who rely on fresh produce from our backyard plots. …
Frost-Defying Feasts: Mastering Cold Frames for the Fall
I've always been a bit obsessed with growing lettuce. There's something so satisfying about harvesting crisp, fresh leaves right from your own garden. For years, I've been on a mission …
What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 9-10
USDA Hardiness Zones 9-10 are the envy of gardeners across the country, and for good reason. These zones typically cover parts of Florida, southern Texas, Arizona, and coastal areas of …
Red Lettuce Smoothie with Bananas
I love experimenting with unexpected ingredient combinations, and I also grow a ton of lettuce. That's how I came up with this lettuce smoothie, a unique blend that's become a …
Bomb-Sniffing Spinach, Nickel-Mining Cabbage, and Vegetable Lambs
While plants – the common garden variety, the stuff of everybody’s backyards – are universally loved, we’ve also got a soft spot for the outlandish. …
