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Basil-Watermelon Salad

Basil-Watermelon Salad

Have you ever tried a Basil-Watermelon Salad? Fresh fruits have always been associated with being healthy and refreshing, so it's no surprise that they have found their way to dining  …
August Adventures in the Garden

August Adventures in the Garden

There’s something about August that feels like the garden’s grand finale before Fall starts tapping on the shoulder. It's hot, a little chaotic, and honestly, I’m never quite sure if  …
The Dirt on Covering Your Seeds

The Dirt on Covering Your Seeds

I still remember the first time I knelt down to plant a packet of wildflower seeds in my garden. I scattered them like a child tossing confetti, then promptly buried  …
Mint-Lime Sugar Rub

Mint-Lime Sugar Rub

  Alright dessert lovers, buckle up because this mint-lime sugar rub is basically summer in a jar!  It's the flavor equivalent of jumping into a cool pool on a scorching day  …
The Cold Fried Chicken Feast of Summer

The Cold Fried Chicken Feast of Summer

Summers in California meant one thing—picnics. Not just any picnics, but grand, sprawling, shade-under-the-oak-tree affairs. And at the heart of these Summer feasts, nestled between baskets of homemade cornbread, bright  …
Plush Produce Picks: A Garden of Snuggles

Plush Produce Picks: A Garden of Snuggles

In recent years, the plush toy market has experienced a delightful transformation, with garden-inspired stuffed toys—think cuddly cabbages and amiable avocados—sprouting in popularity. These whimsical plushies have become cherished companions  …
What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in May in USDA Zones 9-10

May in planting zones 9-10 - covering places like southern Florida, southern Texas, parts of Arizona, and coastal California - are hitting their stride right now with temperatures that make  …