Kennebec Potatoes: The Spud That Stole My Heart
As a New Englander by adoption, I’m fascinated by—and proud of—almost everything New England, including our rich history of potato farming. And when it comes to the king of New …
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60 Inspirational Quotes About Gardening
I love a good garden joke. Why doesn’t Elton John like lettuce? He’s more of a Rocket Man.
I was offered a job as a gardener, but I didn’t take …
10 Ways to Give Vegetable Seeds as Gifts to Garden Enthusiasts
I know I'm a little biased about gardening and growing your own fruits, herbs, and vegetables, but I love giving vegetable seeds as gifts for holidays, birthdays, and other special …
What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 9-10
May in planting zones 9-10 - covering places like southern Florida, southern Texas, parts of Arizona, and coastal California - are hitting their stride right now with temperatures that make …
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 …
What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 4-6
In USDA zones 4-6, May isn't just about what to plant – it's about what not to plant too early, because one late frost can send your garden dreams back …
How to Start Gardening with Grow Bags for Vegetables and Fruits
Are you familiar with using grow bags for vegetables, fruits, or flowers? Grow bags are plastic or fabric-based "bags" made of felt or non-woven fabric, or polypropylene (similar to weed …
29 Handy Kitchen Helpers to Make Your Life Easier
Have you ever been working on something in the kitchen and wishing for a tool to make life just a little easier? It can’t just be me! Well, it happens …
Why Vegetables Grown Above Ground Are Beloved by Health Nuts
Let’s talk about health. No, I’m not your doctor, and no, I’m not about to make you feel guilty about the fact that you didn’t exercise yesterday. I, too, may …
The Best Summer Vegetables to Grow for Low-Carb Diets
It's no secret that fresh vegetables are good for you. It's also no secret that many of us don't have enough fresh veggies in our diets. I could leave it …
