10 Best Companion Plants for Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a staple in home gardens, and when paired with the right companion plants, they can thrive like never before. Companion planting is an age-old technique that enhances growth, …
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The Golden Spud Awakening
It was a Sunday morning in the early 1980s, and I had swung by my dad’s house as I often did on the weekends. He was semi-retired by then, having …
Turkey Burgers with Greek Yogurt Dressing
Burgers in the summertime are a given, but you don’t have to feel guilty after each one if you opt for a turkey burger once in a while. And, don’t …
How Often Should You Water Herbs Indoors?
How often should you water herbs indoors? There is a little more to the answer than just the wind, but that does play a part. Or more accurately, the weather …
How to Transplant Herbs into Indoor Pots for the Winter
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs and you will never change my mind. And this year, my outdoor herb garden is a thing of beauty. ::brushes dust off of …
How to Bring Dying Herbs Back to Life
It's a sad sight. You leave town for a day or two or just get caught up in life, and by the time you look at your garden, all you …
How to Create a Living Wall Herb Garden Inside Your Home
Every time I use fresh herbs in a recipe, I say out loud (sometimes to no one in particular), “It’s the fresh herbs that make this dish!” There’s no substitution. …
The Dirt on Covering Your Seeds
I still remember the first time I knelt down to plant a packet of wildflower seeds in my garden. I scattered them like a child tossing confetti, then promptly buried …
Summer Garden Salsa Verde
Salsa verde exists in many culinary traditions - from Italian to Mexican to Argentinian - each with its own delicious twist. This Summer Garden Salsa Verde leans more toward the …
Cilantro-Lime Mojo Sauce
Let's talk about the sauce that made me question why I've spent so much money on bottled marinades all these years! Cilantro-Lime Mojo Sauce (pronounced mo-ho, not like Austin Powers' …
