Of Bittersweet and God
The bittersweet is legendary out here on the Eastern end of Long Island. It could be Charleston's Spanish moss but for the burnt orange outline it makes of late autumn. …
lettuce
How to Keep Lettuce Tip Burn Away from Your Garden
Growing lettuce at home can be a rewarding experience and give you access to delicious greens from spring, through the summer, and even into fall. However, brown edges around the …
Regrowing Green Onions, Carrot Greens and Celery in Water
It seems like a myth that you can just chop the head or behind of a vegetable and it'll just start producing, but it's actually true. And depending on how …
Companion Plants for Sunflowers
Take advantage of organic teamwork in your garden to deter garden pests, as well as weeds. Companion planting is a great way help plants protect each other.
For example, squash, peas, …
Try to Remember
What did you plant in your garden the year before last? Or the year before that? (And no peeking if you’re the sort of well-organized gardener who keeps notes.) Human …
Growing Microgreens: Kits vs. DIY
When it's winter and you can't garden, growing microgreens is a fulfilling way to grow fresh food inside when it's impossible to do outside. Microgreens are considered a superfood. …
Avocado Chicken Salad
There are two quick reasons that this salad is heart-healthy:
Avocados are a healthy source of monounsaturated fats (shown to lower heart disease risk and lower levels of cholesterol) and …
7 Indoor Crops for the Perfect Winter Food Garden
I'll be the first to say that my idea of indoor crops in the winter probably isn't enough to make luxurious meals every night. Certainly, some people go all out …
15 Adaptive and Accessible Gardening Tools and Raised Beds
My brother has cerebral palsy and is blind. He's spent most of his life in a wheelchair, and one of his favorite activities is gardening. He was lucky enough to …
Planting Hot Peppers in the Ground or in Raised Beds
Planting
The easiest way to plant hot peppers is to plant seedlings. Many gardeners have success starting their hot peppers from seeds; it depends in part on your gardening …
