May arrives in a flurry of color. Those April showers really do usher in May flowers. Each day, something new is poking through the earth or showcasing new colors. This is a big month for gardening. For most of us, not only are air temperatures rising, but soil temperatures are also warming—making this the perfect month to start new growth.  READ MORE 

In neighborhoods across the United States, a gardening movement that took root during the pandemic is blossoming into a full-scale green revolution. What began as a lockdown pastime has grown into a national passion for homegrown produce.   READ MORE 

Let me tell you about my love affair with mulch—it's the unsung hero that transformed my garden from stressed to blessed!   READ MORE 

“Attention,” wrote the late poet Mary Oliver, “is the beginning of devotion.” She meant that – in these easily distractable modern times – it’s all too easy not to notice what’s going on right under our noses.   READ MORE 

I thought I was planting a giant pumpkin ...  READ MORE 

Peaches are one of those fruits that deserve a spot in your garden—and on your plate. With their velvety skin, juicy flesh, and naturally sweet flavor, peaches embody the essence of Summer in every bite.   READ MORE 

A garden without sounds is to me as much a deprivation of the senses as a garden without scents. My ideal garden has a perpetual music of trickling water, the grating croak of frogs at dusk, a vibrating of katydids and grasshoppers, and, because I'm English, a nightingale singing, too.  READ MORE 

I'm father to four, who were born in such varied places as The Bat Cave Valley Clinic and our bedroom. So I've done my share of childbirth assistance, from playing the coach (" All right now, the next contraction should be in 15 seconds.   READ MORE 

Welcome, May—my favorite time of year (and not just because I happened to be born in this glorious month). I love May because you can feel Spring in the air each day.   READ MORE 

Dill’s history reads like the passport of a world traveler. Native to the Mediterranean and parts of western Asia, dill (Anethum graveolens) has been enchanting cooks and gardeners for millennia.   READ MORE 

In our house, red onions weren’t just an ingredient—they were a way of life. My father, a professional chef with an iron stomach and an insatiable palate, had a peculiar habit: he loved eating raw red onions, sprinkled with nothing more than salt and pepper.  READ MORE 

The sun shone brightly over Jack’s backyard, a far cry from the shadowy legends of the giant beanstalk. Today, Jack was no longer scaling vines into the clouds but was content tending his thriving garden.   READ MORE 

The youngest of my two sons was born in early Autumn. We named him William. The name was a family heirloom, ancient and strong, but also sweet.  READ MORE 

The chipped enamel mug bumped funky music against my ear as I crouched by the dusty earth. Sunlight sliced through the mango tree like a laser beam, spotlighting the scene—me and a dozen seed packets ripped open like invitations to a groovy flower party.  READ MORE 

The idea of playing music to plants has intrigued scientists, horticulturists, and gardening enthusiasts for decades. Far from being a whimsical notion, the belief that plants respond to sound and music has been a subject of serious scientific inquiry.   READ MORE 

Gardening has always been my escape, a place where I find peace among the petals. But one Summer, my serene sanctuary turned into a stage for a comedy of errors that still makes me laugh.  READ MORE 

Flower gardens have always been a sanctuary for me, a place where I can soothe my senses and meditate. Every time I feel sad, being in the garden eases my pain.  READ MORE 

Each Spring, I watched as my grandmother's flower garden erupted into a living rainbow of colors. For me, each blooming season represented the magic that emanated from my Nana's hands. She could grow anything: vegetables, fruit, and especially flowers. Her front yard was filled with every blossoming creation imaginable.  READ MORE 

Imagine a dining experience straight out of a dream: tables laden with artisan foods, cheeses, and garden-fresh vegetables. The setting sun casts a golden glow, and a rainbow arches over the lush plots of a community garden.   READ MORE 

My grandmother Darlene’s garden was wild. She was not one for a prim garden with sharp edges and straight lines. Her garden was a kaleidoscope of brilliant blues, deep purples, and captivating reds, taking up a good chunk of the backyard as she continually added to it.  READ MORE 

“The one who plants trees, knowing that he will never sit in their shade, has at least started to understand the meaning of life.” – Rabindranath Tagore  READ MORE 

“Thank you ever so much for fixing the lawnmower; that darn thing has been playing up for some time now. You’re too kind…”  READ MORE 

Above clusters of heart-shaped leaves sprouting white scalloped-edged bells  READ MORE 

When I had the joy of putting together this collection—sifting through decades of lawn care stories we’ve published in GreenPrints—one thing became abundantly clear: lawn care is, at its very core, funny.  READ MORE 

Embark on a delicious journey through the sunny fields, bustling markets, and cobblestone streets of France with our Garden-to-Table Journeys: French Recipe Collection.   READ MORE 

On a picturesque riverboat journey from Avignon to Lyon aboard the charming SS Catherine Deneuve, we discovered that the real heart of French farm-to-table cuisine resides in the lush fields and bustling markets of Provence.  READ MORE 

Gail and I have always adored quiche Lorraine. It’s been a steadfast favorite in our home, whether as a breakfast treat, light lunch, or elegant appetizer.   READ MORE 

Gail and I have always been fans of French onion soup, but nothing could have prepared us for the version we discovered during a serendipitous lunch stop at a quaint bistro along the Rhône River.   READ MORE 

When Gail and I travel, we aren’t just sightseeing—we’re taste-seeing. Food is the lens through which we experience new cultures, and Lyon, the culinary capital of France, offered an irresistible opportunity to learn hands-on.   READ MORE 

As our riverboat journey ended, Gail and I spent a few blissful days exploring the old town of Lyon. Wandering through its winding streets, we soaked up its rich history and vibrant culture, but—being us—our quest inevitably turned to food.  READ MORE