The Bonsai Chronicles
Most wedding ceremonies call for candles or colorful sand, but ours called for a seed. We heaped soil, smiles, and a shower of water on it. We promised to tend …
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The Best Flowers for a Vegetable Garden to Attract Pollinators and Deter Pests
When Emily Dickinson wrote this poem in the mid-1800s, she may or may not have been thinking about flowers for a vegetable garden. There’s really no way to say. She …
Flower Power for Your Veggie Patch
A few years ago, I noticed that my fruit and vegetable garden wasn't quite thriving as I had hoped. Unpollinated cucumber blossoms here, wimpy squash blossoms there...the plants seemed to …
5 Types of Vegetable Garden Screens for Pretty Pest Control
Screens are a wonderful thing, are they not? Your screen door can let in sunlight and a nice summer breeze while it keeps out the flies and mosquitoes. A screen …
4 Need-to-Knows Before Vegetable Garden Planting
When I started gardening, I considered myself a black thumb and didn't think I could be saved. I vividly remember the many potted tomato plants I brought home from the …
How to Water Squash and Avoid Powdery Mildew
Squash is in my top five favorite vegetables and that’s partly due to the fact that it’s both a noun and a verb. You can squash a squash but you …
Appendix: Family-Friendly Garden Activities
Congratulations on embarking on your garden adventures with "Emily Greenleaf & Friends!” To help you and your family make the most of your outdoor space, we've put together a collection …
Vegetable Care Basics
Vegetable gardening is a rewarding and fulfilling endeavor that allows individuals to grow their own fresh produce, connect with nature, and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting homegrown vegetables. …
A Guide to Visiting American Vegetable Gardens and Festivals
Vegetable gardens and festivals across the United States offer visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of fresh produce, sustainability, and community. …
Green Bean Happiness
As far back as I can remember, green beans have been a staple on my plate. It's safe to say that if there's one vegetable I've never turned down, it's …
