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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10
While the rest of the country is shoveling snow, gardeners in zones 9-10 are still harvesting tomatoes and planting new ones! With average December temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F …
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 …
Keep Your Garden Growing (Indoors) All Winter
Winter can feel like the end of the gardening season, especially for those of us who rely on fresh produce from our backyard plots. …
5 Vegetables You Can Grow in Hanging Baskets on a Porch
Is there anything better than sitting on a porch, drinking a glass of fresh-squeezed lemonade, and reading a good book? I love a good porch sit but what I love …
What to Plant in August in USDA Zones 4-6
As we all know, August can be a tricky month for gardening, with scorching temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. But fear not! With a little know-how and some careful planning, …
