I've been thinking a lot lately about the design of this year's garden. I've had the opportunity to visit many public gardens over the years, and every time I do, I discover a few fun design tidbits that I want to emulate in my own garden.
The introduction of healing herbs into any family usually begins with an adult. The benefits can be felt at every age level, but the enthusiasm is often not that easy to spread.
Get your head out of the jam jar, and try these other tasty recipes for using your strawberries, raspberries and blackberries.
Could raising your layer hens alongside your tomato starts be an ideal combination on your farm? Ask yourself these four questions to find out.
While I have plenty of useful tools in my shed, there are five items that I can't garden without. What's your favorite must-have gardening item?
The liver helps the body maintain physical, mental and emotional balance. Here are some plants that can be made into teas and tinctures to help the liver maintain that balance.
Browsing through "The Cook's Garden” fills me with inspiration for the coming season, and I've already got my wish list jotted down to prove it.
A couple nights ago, I found myself sitting up with a very sick dog. Gracie has been my companion since just before my husband came into the picture—almost 13 years.
I get asked one question in particular on a fairly regular basis: Why can't I add dog waste to my compost pile? Just incase you've been wondering the same thing, here's the answer...
Most of us who garden, fertilize our plants at one point or another. How many of us think about feeding houseplants in the same way?
If you’re looking for an easy project to start soon after the ground thaws, consider making new plants from root cuttings. It's a great and inexpensive way to expand your garden, and spring and early fall are great times to do it.
Valentine’s Day is upon us! Strangely enough, it has become a day of controversy.
