With the end of winter almost in sight and visions of planting soon underway, it can only mean that February is upon us. February is the still time for planning …

There’s no competition—tomatoes win the title of the most popular garden crop. This South American native plant comes in thousands of varieties, ranging from the candy-sweet Sungold to the bumpy …

It’s such an incredibly tiny act. We can be standing by while it’s happening and not even notice. Pollination. Almost three-quarters of the crops we grow for food are pollinated. …

Kitchens are the one room in the house that never seem big enough. Have you ever moved into a new home with a bigger kitchen, only to find you quickly …

Gardening “up” instead of “down” in raised beds simply means the growing medium is elevated above ground level. At its most basic, raised gardening can be achieved by mounding up …

As outspoken as I am, I’m rather unconfrontational. When it comes to causes I believe in; I’m more of a quiet revolutionist. And that’s why I’m on board with guerilla …

Ground covers are low-lying plants that spread by creeping along the surface of the soil. Spanning beautiful flowering plants that carpet the landscape to handsome foliage that brings texture and …

If you’ve never had the chance to grow leeks before, this year is as good as any to get growing. After all, we need good food to survive but better …

Melothria scabra goes by many names but perhaps cucamelon is the most fitting. Also known as Mexican sour gherkin, mouse melon, pepquiño, and sandiita which means “little watermelon” in Spanish. …

Tomatoes seem to be the one crop that everyone grows. Whether it’s a huge garden with row upon row of them or a cherry tomato plant in a container on …

Raised beds are enormously popular among beginner and experienced gardeners alike. They’re a great choice for folks with limited space. A well-kept raised bed always looks great in your yard. …

At some point in your gardening or houseplant journey, you’ll find yourself wondering if you need a grow light. Maybe you want to get a jump on the gardening season …

For many folks, mead is something you read about in books with dwarves and elves, not something you actually drink. But for those of us in the know, mead is …

Do you enjoy watching birds from the window, peering out several times a day to see what is going on in the outside world? If you would like to increase …

Birdscaping. Did you even know that was a thing or a necessary and environmentally-friendly act that you can easily carry out in your own backyard? If you’ve already encountered this …

In my mind, it’s simple – if you enjoy cooking, you should have a culinary herb garden. The plants beautify your home, the flavor and scent of fresh herbs are …

You don’t need to wait for spring to arrive before you get your garden started. In a colder climate zone, it makes sense to get started by sowing seeds early …

The number one reason for most people choosing container vegetable gardening is to save space. While this is a fantastic reason to get started, it is by no means the …

The aroma and texture of finished compost – or humus – is a divine thing. Rich, dark, and crumbly, humus has a sweet, loamy, and deeply earthy scent that is …

Witch hazel was the first product that got me started down the path of using natural products in the home. Like most teenagers, I struggled with acne, nothing serious, but …

Rhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum) is a once-upon-a-time beloved perennial that slowly fell out of fashion, and popularity, after the World Wars. At that time, it seemed that it was only good …

Choosing the right layout ideas for your vegetable garden can make a big difference. Create growing areas and locate plants to make the most of your space. When you do, …

If you’re even the slightest bit interested in natural remedies or improving your health, then I’m sure you’ve heard all about the fantastic health benefits of apple cider vinegar. It …

Getting more value from your garden produce or farmers’ market haul is always the goal, and few kitchen hacks have a higher return on investment than fermenting. Small batch fermentation …