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What Can You Grow in Deck Rail Planters?
I’ve always loved deck rail planters and window boxes. They’re kind of quaint, and they can bring some natural beauty to a space that’s usually ignored. It’s always nice to …
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The 12 Best Blooms for a DIY Cut Flower Garden
Every summer brings that familiar itch to identify every bloom I spot and mentally catalog them for next year's garden expansion. Maybe you do the same? …
The Challenges of Growing Vegetables in Containers and How to Overcome Them
I love growing vegetables in containers. Don’t get me wrong; I couldn’t be happier to have the space to grow a big garden in my backyard, but I’ve always loved …
Product Review: Top Ten Plants We Love Story Collection
If you’ve ever caught yourself talking to your tomato plants or throwing a garden party in honor of your first bell pepper harvest, then Top Ten Plants We Love is …
Welcome to the Herb Gardening Made Easy Special Issue
Herbs offer the perfect entry point into edible gardening—they're forgiving of novice mistakes, generous with their bounty, and connect us to centuries of culinary traditions. Whether you're establishing your first …
Garden-to-Glass Cocktails
There was no small push by our team to delve into the wild world of "garden-to-glass" cocktails. Can you blame them?
After all, fennel-infused cocktails are all the rage now, so …
How to Throw a Backyard Pizza Party from Your Garden
If you have a beautiful garden that you're proud of, you probably like to show it off. Maybe you invite friends and neighbors to pick from your garden, or have …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 9-10
Should you really be planting things when you can cook an egg on your patio? The answer is yes! Fear not, my sun-loving friend! While your northern neighbors are harvesting …
3 Best Lavender Varieties for Culinary Use
We’re about to embark on a journey through the surprisingly complex world of edible lavender, where your herb garden meets culinary science. The plot twist? Most people have been getting …
3 Ideas for a Whimsical Kids Herb Garden
No matter the weather, my daughter wants to be outside all day long, running, jumping, and usually getting quite dirty. As a toddler, she is a total sponge and loves …
