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Three Bean Salad
If you ever found yourself at one of our family’s Summer picnics, you’d quickly realize that my dad, a professional chef and an avid gardener, had a deep and abiding …
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Garden-Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad
This cucumber and tomato salad is the perfect balance to a rich, crispy fried chicken meal—cool, crisp, and full of fresh flavor. Start with juicy tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumbers, and …
The Best Edible Flowers for Your Garden (and How to Use Them)
There’s something almost magical about growing edible flowers. I remember the first time I sprinkled bright nasturtium petals over a salad—the colors popped, the flavors surprised me, and honestly, it …
Pea Plant Pests: Identifying and Managing the Tiny Invaders
As someone who eagerly awaits pea-planting season each year, I know firsthand the frustration of discovering something has been feasting on your precious crop overnight. My garden journey has been …
What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 7-8
May in USDA zones 7-8 – when your garden is basically screaming "PUT ALL THE PLANTS IN ME!" If you're wondering what to plant in May in these delightful middle …
Planting Raised Garden Beds: Spacing & Growing Vegetables and Herbs
As much as I love harvesting a bowl of sweet peas or enjoying an heirloom tomato right off the vine, part of the fun of gardening is planting raised garden …
Mulch Magic: A Guide to Non-Toxic Garden Ground Covers
Let me tell you about my love affair with mulch—it's the unsung hero that transformed my garden from stressed to blessed! …
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 …
A Taste of Provence: Discovering the Magic of Stuffed Mushroom Caps
On a picturesque riverboat journey from Avignon to Lyon aboard the charming SS Catherine Deneuve, we discovered that the real heart of French farm-to-table cuisine resides in the lush fields …
10 Spring Plants to Divide: Essential Guide for Edibles and Ornamentals
Spring is when serious gardeners roll up their sleeves and get to work on division—one of the most practical and rewarding tasks in the garden calendar. This essential maintenance not …
