The Secret Meaning of Flowers
The secret meaning of flowers conjures the idea that flowers are much more than meets the eye—or the nose. I suppose, if you wanted, you could delve into what flowers …
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10 Prettiest Flowering Vegetables and Herbs
When gardeners envision their preferred fruits, vegetables, and herbs for cultivation, they're usually thinking about flavor profiles and the level of effort required for successful growth. When designing a garden, …
Top Planted of 2024: What Our Community is Planting This Year
I hope you're excited as we gear up for another fruitful year of food gardening! Here at Food Gardening Network, your feedback is invaluable as we strive to create content …
Lavender Shortbread Cookies
I love shortbread cookies. They’re among the simplest cookies to make and they’re so satisfying. I love the warm, homey smell of the cookies while baking and the delicious texture …
The Garden Witch
When I read Sheila Allen's article, "The Woman in Black" it felt like a perfect fit for our issue on home remedies. In her story, we experience what it's like …
17 Home-Grown Home Remedies
Growing my own herbs for natural remedies has been a transformative journey for me, one that I stumbled upon pretty unexpectedly. It all began a few years ago when I …
Introducing the Master Gardener’s Book of Home-Grown Home Remedies
Dive into the healing wonders of your backyard with the Master Gardener's Book of Home-Grown Home Remedies—a special edition gardening guide featuring 57 incredible plants that could become your very …
A Guide to Plant Companionship (with audio)
Planting a rosebush goes beyond the simple act of placing it in the soil—it's a delicate symphony orchestrated by nature. …
Anise Magnolia (Magnolia salicifolia)
The Anise Magnolia, scientifically known as Magnolia salicifolia, is a charming deciduous shrub that belongs to the Magnoliaceae family. …
Gardening with Children is Good for Life Lessons
Until my daughter began helping me in the garden, I never realized how much I would learn by gardening with children. I knew I would take her out to the …
