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What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 7-8

While northern friends are completely snowed in, December in zones 7-8 offers a few sneaky opportunities for the dedicated gardener. With average temperatures ranging from 45°F down to 25°F (7°C  
Backyard Bash Potato Salad

Backyard Bash Potato Salad

Backyard bashes are a real treat; not only do you get to enjoy the company of your family, friends, or neighbors, but you also get to sample some homemade food  
Grilled Potato Boats

Grilled Potato Boats

Potatoes on the grill? You read that right! These potato boats are packed with mushrooms, cheese and onions and are grilled to get that smoky flavor and crispy outsides.  
Garden Thief

Garden Thief

In Spring, Summer, and early Fall, half of the yard behind our small bungalow on Detroit’s East Side was a vegetable garden. I often sat at the foot of my  
Classic Western Omelet with Scallions

Classic Western Omelet with Scallions

Nothing says breakfast like an omelet. And this classic western omelet with scallions right out of the garden fits the bill. This is the Kathryn Hepburn of breakfast foods. It's  
Onion and Scallion Tart

Onion and Scallion Tart

It’s like a quiche, only more fragrant. It’s perfect for breakfast or as a main dish at brunch. And my gosh but it smells so incredibly amazing while it's cooking!  
Dealing With Hot Pepper Diseases

Dealing With Hot Pepper Diseases

Like all food crops, hot peppers are susceptible to various fungal diseases. Your greatest weapons against these are best planting practices, which help prevent disease in the first place. This