Legacy in Bloom
“The one who plants trees, knowing that he will never sit in their shade, has at least started to understand the meaning of life.” – Rabindranath Tagore …
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Your Complete Guide to Breeding and Cultivating Heirloom Lettuce Varieties
Heirloom lettuce plants produce seeds that you can cultivate and breed. Learn more below so you can grow new heirloom lettuce varieties each year.
Heirloom Lettuce Seeds and Why You Want …
The Golden Bowl: French Onion Soup and a Culinary Love Affair
Gail and I have always been fans of French onion soup, but nothing could have prepared us for the version we discovered during a serendipitous lunch stop at a quaint …
The Red Onion: Zesty Roots, Sweet Layers, and Garden Glory
In our house, red onions weren’t just an ingredient—they were a way of life. My father, a professional chef with an iron stomach and an insatiable palate, had a peculiar …
10 Deer-Resistant Vegetables and Herbs
When I think of deer-resistant vegetables, it’s usually a cartoon that comes to mind. I can picture little veggies with shields and swords trying to ward off a herd of …
Secret Ingredient Meatloaf
There's something undeniably comforting about a slice of homemade meatloaf, especially one with a secret ingredient that elevates it beyond the ordinary. This particular rendition stands out in the crowded …
How to Protect Yourself From Toxic Plants and Eye Irritants Lurking in Your Garden
Learning how to protect your eyes in the garden is essential for anyone who spends time tending to plants, especially when working with species that can cause irritation or injury.
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Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tart
Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tart is a delightful and elegant dish that perfectly balances rich, savory flavors with a buttery, flaky crust. This tart is a celebration of earthy mushrooms, …
7 Shallow Root Vegetables That Grow Great in Containers and Tough Spots
Nice as it would be, we don’t all have big plots of land and healthy, rich soil to grow our gardens. Heck, some of us don’t have any land at …
10 Marigold Companion Plants in a Vegetable Garden
As a kid, my least favorite flower was the marigold. Companion plants, pollinators, and wondering how the heck to keep rabbits out of my garden was still years away. Marigolds, …
