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, …
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How to Store Leafy Greens and Other Produce Without Plastic
Question: What’s worse than wilted, mushy, refrigerator lettuce stored in single-use plastic? Answer: Nothing. Over the last few years, I’ve been slowly swapping out my single-use food storage items for …
10 Fruits and Vegetables to Plant in June
Some plants like the cool weather, while others prefer the heat. Some plants are easy to start indoors, like tomatoes, and others prefer to be planted directly, like beans. One …
Spaghetti Squash Alfredo
There’s just something so delicious about a well-prepared plate of pasta. But, as we all know, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. And for people …
Never Turn Away Volunteer Plants
Have you ever left your garden unattended to go on a quick getaway by yourself, with your friends, or with your family? Maybe you want to be spontaneous and go …
Winter Squash Blossom Soup
There is nothing quite so satisfying on a chilly day as a warm, hearty bowl of soup. It can also be said that certain soups made well are also delicious …
25 Types of Powdery Mildew-Resistant Squash
It's the bane of every gardener who loves winter squash: Powdery mildew. If you grow winter squash, you've almost certainly seen it. Those broad, lush leaves begin to look like …
Growing Zones for Winter Squash
Winter squash, like pumpkins, are warm-season plants, and their recommended growing zones are similar. They typically thrive in zones 3 to 9 in the U.S. Here are some examples of …
Planting Hot Peppers in the Ground or in Raised Beds
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The easiest way to plant hot peppers is to plant seedlings. Many gardeners have success starting their hot peppers from seeds; it depends in part on your gardening …
Red Curry Coconut Zucchini Noodles
While the word "umami" attempts to describe how savory a dish is, how do you describe savory? To me, it's this dish. It's sweet, but also spicy, and it fills …
