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By Barbara Pleasant | July 16, 2024 Don’t Leave Your Pepper Plants to ChancePepper growers fall into two categories: those who’ve seen their plants topple in a storm and those …
By Barbara Pleasant | July 26, 2024 Tomatillos, the flavorful gems of summer gardens, are essential for creating authentic Mexican dishes like salsa verde. Native to Mexico and Central America, …
By Benedict Vanheems – July 29, 2024 Weeds are often dismissed as a gardener’s nemesis, but they can be an incredible resource for your garden. Defined as plants growing where …
Written by Benedict Vanheems | 5 August 2024 Keeping your plants hydrated during hot summers can feel like a never-ending chore. But there’s a centuries-old, ingenious technique that not only …
By Barbara Pleasant | 8 August 2024 In temperate regions, late summer and autumn mark the peak season for wild mushrooms. From delicate chanterelles to robust boletes, forests come alive …
Written by Benedict Vanheems | 12 August 2024 Fresh basil is a kitchen essential. Its vibrant flavor transforms dishes—think pesto for pasta, a fragrant topping for baked fish, or a …
Exploring the Impact of Cardboard in Gardening19 August 2024, written by Benedict Vanheems Is cardboard toxic? It’s a question many gardeners ponder, given the presence of glue, ink, tape, and …
By Barbara Pleasant, August 22, 2024 Every autumn, fruit flies invade my kitchen, drawn by the sweet scents of apples and pears. It always makes me wonder: how did still-life …
26 August 2024, by Benedict Vanheems Saving seeds from your homegrown vegetables not only boosts self-sufficiency but also helps reduce the cost of growing your own food. Whether you’re a …
By Benedict Vanheems, 2 September 2024 As summer fades and cooler days creep in, many gardeners face a familiar dilemma: Will my tomatoes ripen in time? Don’t worry—whether you’re looking …