3 Best Lavender Varieties for Culinary Use
We’re about to embark on a journey through the surprisingly complex world of edible lavender, where your herb garden meets culinary science. The plot twist? Most people have been getting …
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3 Ideas for a Whimsical Kids Herb Garden
No matter the weather, my daughter wants to be outside all day long, running, jumping, and usually getting quite dirty. As a toddler, she is a total sponge and loves …
Growing Zones for Lavender
Lavender thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b, meaning it can withstand a range of temperatures from -20°F to 85°F (-29°C to 29°C). It loves full sun and well-drained soil, making …
Pollinator Gardening in America: An Introduction
Pollinator gardening is more than just a trend—it’s a fun, practical, and environmentally vital way to garden. Across the United States, gardeners are discovering the powerful role they can play …
10 Beautiful Flowering Vegetables (and Herbs)
They say you can’t put pineapple on pizza. They say you shouldn’t have more than two cups of coffee or tea each day. They say you can’t have it all. …
A Perennial Rainbow Garden for Every Season
Let me tell you a secret about how I accidentally became a flower person. For years, I was strictly a vegetable gardener - the kind who smugly insisted that if …
The July Jungle
Every July, my garden transforms from a neat little patch of soil into a glorious, sun-drenched jungle. It’s as if my plants throw a party the moment I turn my …
