Companion Crops: Growing Better Together
Just like in life, having good friends can make all the difference in the garden. When it comes to growing fruits and vegetables, some plants simply bring out the best …
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Garden-to-Glass Cocktails
There was no small push by our team to delve into the wild world of "garden-to-glass" cocktails. Can you blame them?
After all, fennel-infused cocktails are all the rage now, so …
The Easiest Fruits and Vegetables to Grow
I love carrots. They also disappoint me a lot. They’re some of the most challenging vegetables to grow in your garden. They’re also among the easiest fruits and vegetables to …
6 Garden Aeration Tools: Which Work Best?
Over time, the soil in your garden can become compacted and dense. As we walk through the garden or move heavy equipment over it, the pressure pushes all that soil …
Symphony of Summer Sweetness
Once upon a sun-kissed Summer, in our family kitchen, my father, a culinary maestro, unveiled his masterpiece–a dessert that embodied the essence of the season. With fresh strawberries straight from …
9 Heat-Tolerant Herbs That Grow Well in Hot Climates
I'm not gonna lie; it's darn hot as I'm writing this. The heat index is over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and my parsley is looking at me like, "C'mon, woman! Where's …
How to Stop the Japanese Flying Beetle From Destroying Your Garden
The Japanese flying beetle is quite the looker. The metallic green head and shiny copper wings make it look more like a jewel than a garden-destroying invader. Since the beetle's …
Deer in the Garden? Here’s One Way to Solve the Problem
As almost any gardener knows, deer are beautiful, graceful creatures. But when you have deer in the garden, they're evil beings set on destruction. Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration. They …
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 …
7+ Perfect Plants for an Edible Front Porch Garden
I’ll be blunt; if you enjoy cooking, you owe it to yourself to have a garden. I realize not everyone has the space for a big garden in the backyard. …
