the joy of gardening

Folk Tales from the Garden

Folk Tales from the Garden

Do you know or love any folk tales from the garden? I've always loved folk tales, but reaching back, I'm not sure I can remember one that's quite so gardening-centric  …
A Garden of Friends

A Garden of Friends

I have not always had what I call a "garden of friends." Gardening friends that is. But today's piece reminded me of a recent encounter that led to a new  …
Saving Seeds for Generations

Saving Seeds for Generations

I once read an article that said you can start saving seeds today that will supply your children's gardens. I never used to be up for saving seeds, but one  …
An Indoor Healing Garden of … Cacti?

An Indoor Healing Garden of … Cacti?

Sharp. Prickly. Spiny. These aren't usually the words I associate with an indoor healing garden. As much as I love cacti, they aren't the plants I look to first when  …
Gardening Poems Like This One Touch the Soul

Gardening Poems Like This One Touch the Soul

Gardening can provide nourishment for the body through healthy vegetables and fresh fruits. It can offer nourishment for the soul in lush foliage and gorgeous flowers. But gardening can also  …
An Over-Achiever in the Garden

An Over-Achiever in the Garden

Growing a crop is really about making sure that there is enough water, nutrients, sunlight, and air for your plants to grow. But you can’t force a bean plant to  …