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What to Plant in February in Zones 9-10

What to Plant in February in Zones 9-10

While northern gardeners are still shoveling snow, February in zones 9-10 feels like full-on spring, with daytime temperatures typically ranging from 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C) and nights generally  
What to Plant in February in Zones 7-8

What to Plant in February in Zones 7-8

February in zones 7-8 brings average temperatures ranging from 25°F to 45°F (-4°C to 7°C), with those teasing warm spells that hint at spring around the corner. While your garden  
How to Get More Peas on Your Plant

How to Get More Peas on Your Plant

Last spring, my six-year-old daughter taught me an important lesson about how to get more peas on your plant. She'd been helping me in the garden since she could walk,  
The Myth of the Black Thumb

The Myth of the Black Thumb

I always love the story of a gardening underdog. Gardening offers a unique opportunity to connect with the natural world and express yourself creatively. I enjoy growing flowers, herbs, fruits,  
Classic Shepherd’s Pie Casserole

Classic Shepherd’s Pie Casserole

Growing up, shepherd's pie was more than just dinner in our house – it was a signal that winter was slowly giving way to spring, appearing most often around St.  
What to Plant in January in Zones 4-6

What to Plant in January in Zones 4-6

Welcome to January in zones 4-6 - when your garden thermometer seems stuck somewhere between "brr" and "why do we live here?" With temperatures plummeting from a chilly -30°F to  
Gardening Poems Like This One Touch the Soul

Gardening Poems Like This One Touch the Soul

Gardening can provide nourishment for the body through healthy vegetables and fresh fruits. It can offer nourishment for the soul in lush foliage and gorgeous flowers. But gardening can also  
A Tale of Lamb Stew

A Tale of Lamb Stew

Once upon a time, in the rolling hills of the Scottish Highlands, a shepherd named Angus discovered the secret to happiness: a hearty bowl of lamb stew. Angus, known for