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The Golden Spud Awakening

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  
The Old Watering Can

The Old Watering Can

In ratty flannel shirts and stained jeans, my mother would patrol the perimeter of her little garden, beaming with undivided pride and happiness. She would bend down, plucking weeds and  
Savory Sweet Potato Burger

Savory Sweet Potato Burger

Who doesn’t love burgers? They’re great to indulge in once in a while. I know I get some really strong burger cravings from time to time! Of course, you don’t  
What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 9-10

June gardeners in USDA zones 9-10 are navigating the increasing heat while still maintaining productive gardens. Spanning diverse regions from coastal Oregon to Arizona, Florida, and parts of California, zones  
What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 7-8

June in zones 7-8 marks the transition from spring to full summer growing conditions. With soil temperatures consistently warm and the threat of frost long gone, gardeners in these moderate  
Mulch to the Rescue

Mulch to the Rescue

Organic gardening may not earn me any medals or book me a talk-show appearance, but it sure has its perks. For one, I know exactly where my fruits and vegetables  
Dill & Caper Cream Sauce

Dill & Caper Cream Sauce

Friends, let me introduce you to the sauce that will make you feel like a fancy restaurant chef while requiring approximately zero actual culinary skills! This dreamy, creamy Dill &