What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 4-6
Oh, October in zones 4-6 - when the leaves are putting on their autumn best, and most gardeners are hanging up their trowels for the season. But not us, right? …
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12 Things to Grow in Your Greenhouse this Winter
Fine, I'll admit it; I've been guilty of scrolling through social media, admiring those picture-perfect greenhouse lounges. You know the ones - cozy chairs nestled among lush greenery, fairy lights …
Unexpected But Edible: 10 Weird Things You Can Actually Eat From Your Garden
As a kid, I played this game with my friend where we’d blindfold each other and take random food or condiments from the fridge and get the other person to …
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, …
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 Plant an Irish Vegetable Garden
Ireland may be known for cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, but there's much more to an Irish vegetable garden than these staple veggies. Of course, you can do a lot with …
How to Store Leafy Greens and Other Produce Without Plastic
Question: What’s worse than wilted, mushy, refrigerator lettuce stored in single-use plastic? Answer: Nothing. Over the last few years, I’ve been slowly swapping out my single-use food storage items for …
Starting with the Right Soil for Your Spinach Plants
Cultivating healthy and productive spinach plants begins with the foundation of your garden—the soil. To promote robust growth and abundant harvests, it's essential to create the ideal soil environment for …
The Easiest Vegetables to Grow on a Balcony
There’s something magical about a balcony garden. I don’t know if it’s the act of bringing nature into such an unlikely environment or if it’s the confidence that seems to …
Health Benefits of Veggies Grown Above Ground
Let's talk about health. No, I'm not your doctor, and no, I'm not about to make you feel guilty that you didn't exercise yesterday. I, too, may or may not …
