Ragweed Herbal Uses: Could It Do More Than Cause Allergies?
August 12, 2015Ragweed may one of the most detested garden weeds, but my research reveals it may actually be used for good.
In The Pawpaw Patch
August 5, 2015A cousin to many tropical fruits, the pawpaw is the only North American representative of its family and truly a delight of the forest.
Campanula: Stars of the Garden
July 29, 2015Rampion, a wild member of the bellflower family, is a revered vegetable that’s holds a starring role in children’s stories.
What Is Ashitaba?
July 22, 2015Dubbed “tomorrow’s leaf,” this Chinese herb can be grown in northern climates and is said to bring good health those who eat a leaf daily.
Watercress for Your Thyroid and Adrenal Glands
July 15, 2015This spicy leafy green loves to grow in damp conditions and is healthier than you might think.
The Strangely Bizarre Mimosa Tree
July 7, 2015The leaves of the mimosa recoil at night and when disturbed as a mode of self-protection.
4 Bee-Friendly Tips For Your Garden
June 29, 2015What you grow in your pollinator garden is helpful to bees, but there’s much more you can do.
Unplug While In The Garden
June 24, 2015Let your garden be a peaceful, quiet space where you can learn from the plants and reflect on your surroundings—no devices allowed.
Share Your Harvest With Wildlife—And Still Have Enough To Eat
June 17, 2015Some gardeners build Fort Knox around their vegetable plots to keep wild animals out. I simply grow enough to share.
The Story Behind the Memorial Day Poppy
June 3, 2015Since World War I, the field poppy has been a symbol of the courage of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives fighting for our freedom.
