What to Plant in March in Zones 7-8
March in zones 7-8 is when the rest of the country is still dreaming of spring, and you can already get your hands dirty! While northern gardeners are starting seeds …
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How to Grow a Valentine Garden with 16 Romantic Vegetables
You’ve heard of fairy gardens, octopus gardens (in the shade!), and hanging gardens. Now, it’s time to introduce the Valentine garden to the mix. Because honestly, what’s more romantic than …
Easy Spinach Pie: Layers of Cheesy, Flaky Goodness!
One chilly weekend, with a surplus of fresh spinach in my fridge and a packet of phyllo dough begging to be used, I decided it was time to try my …
Spinach, But Make It Fancy: The Best Creamed Spinach Recipe
Growing up, spinach wasn’t exactly the MVP of my plate. I still remember my first encounter with it on a holiday table—overcooked, watery, and so unappealing that even gravy couldn’t …
Sip Your Greens: The Ultimate Green Juice Recipe for Kids (and Adults, Too!)
The other morning, my daughter and I were going through our usual breakfast routine when she declared, “Juice, please!” With her fist waving a piece of celery like a magic …
What to Plant in February in Zones 9-10
While northern gardeners are still shoveling snow, February in zones 9-10 feels like full-on spring, with daytime temperatures typically ranging from 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C) and nights generally …
What to Plant in February in Zones 4-6
February in zones 4-6 means we're still firmly in winter's grip, with temperatures swinging from a teeth-chattering -20°F to an occasionally hopeful 35°F. While your garden beds might still be …
Ground Turkey and Kale Soup
There’s nothing like a steaming bowl of soup to warm up a cold night or a rainy day. This Ground Turkey and Kale Soup is especially nice because it's so …
What to Plant in January in Zones 9-10
Lucky you! While gardeners in other zones are huddled inside with their seed catalogs, January in zones 9-10 feels more like spring in most other places. With daytime temperatures typically …
7 Shallow Root Vegetables That Grow Great in Containers and Tough Spots
Nice as it would be, we don’t all have big plots of land and healthy, rich soil to grow our gardens. Heck, some of us don’t have any land at …
