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What to Plant in February in Zones 9-10

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  …
Comforting Vegetarian Kale Soup Done Slow

Comforting Vegetarian Kale Soup Done Slow

Everyone needs a go-to slow cooker soup, and this Vegetarian Slow Cooker Kale Soup is mine! It’s tasty, healthy, and comforting, all without requiring much effort. Just toss everything in  …
What to Plant in January in Zones 9-10

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  …
What to Plant in January in Zones 7-8

What to Plant in January in Zones 7-8

January in zones 7-8 brings average temperatures ranging from 20°F to 40°F (-6°C to 4°C), with occasional dips below freezing and the odd warm spell. While it's not prime planting  …
What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10

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  …
Grasping at Gardening Advice Over the Years

Grasping at Gardening Advice Over the Years

"I’ve always respected senior garden mentors. I even grow elderberries," writes the author of today's piece, "Gardening Keeps Me Young." And the theme of today's story is exactly that: respect  …
The Tale of the Great Pumpkin

The Tale of the Great Pumpkin

Once upon a time, in the fertile fields of the Americas, there grew a plant that would become the centerpiece of Fall festivities, the delight of pies, and the guardian  …