How Dry WAS It?
That garden, you see, really IS (as I have previously reported/claimed) carved out of a small corner of old-growth forest. I had to take down about six trees to clear …
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Planning a Backyard Orchard You Can Harvest Year-Round
Whether spring or fall, both are great times to start your backyard orchard! If you've been following along for some time, you know that when we bought our house, it …
The Ruby Jewel: Healthful Raspberries?
Raspberries are one of those fruits that truly deserve a place in your garden—and on your plate. With their vibrant red color, delicate texture, and sweet-tart flavor, raspberries are a …
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 …
The Return of the Son of the Bride of the Monster That Devoured Cleveland
I thought I was planting a giant pumpkin ... …
The Yellowjackets Strike Back!
I was still a city kid when the first Hornet from Hell tried to kill me—but the crime was not attempted in the city, a concrete row-house paradise pretty much …
Welcome to the Crumbles Recipe Collection
In a world where desserts often lean towards the overly complex, crumbles stand as a testament to simple and seasonal ingredients. These five carefully curated recipes demonstrate how this humble …
Picking Raspberries and Love In the Garden
I love to garden, but I also love heading out to a pick-your-own farm to harvest seasonal bounties of berries, wildflowers, Fava beans, apples, pumpkins, and other goodies. The change …
Tiny Bundts, Big Lemon Flavor: The Italian Lemon Mini Pound Cake Adventure
It all started with a road trip to Florida, the kind where you spend half your time navigating backroads and the other half wondering if you should have worn more …
