Tomatoes, beloved worldwide, are the crown jewels of the culinary realm. Anticipation builds as we eagerly await the arrival of those succulent, sun-ripened fruits from our local farms. But when
In Season: Local Tomatoes and Where to Get Them Read more
Small: sweet potatoes, cabbage, radishes, broccoli, lettuce, spinach, parsley, and evercrisp and pin lady apples Large: the above plus gold potatoes, garlic, kale or chard, and dill Fruit Only: fuji,
CSAs the week of January 27, 2025 Read more
We all know it is a lot of work to get your garden looking good, producing the vegetables and flowers that you love, and then bugs come in. They chew
Top 10 Companion plants to deter insects Read more
If you love flowers, it is but a short step to growing your own flowers. If you are fortunate enough to have loose, rich, dark soil, you are lucky. Pretty
Growing Flowers in Clay Soil Read more
Lavender, lavandula angustofolia, with its fragrant blooms and soothing aroma, is a beloved herb that adds beauty and charm to any garden. Growing lavender is a rewarding experience, whether you’re
The Lavender Garden: Tips and Tricks for Growing Your Own Lavender Read more
Introduction Are your cilantro plants frustratingly quick to bolt, leaving you with flowers instead of lush leaves? Don’t worry; you’re not alone! Many cilantro growers face this challenge, especially during
The Story of Cilantro: From Seed to Table Read more
Small: winter squash, red onions, carrots, brussels, kale, mushrooms, celery leaf or sorrel, and fuji apples Large: the above plus parsnips, beets or salad turnips or daikon, collards or spinach,
CSAs the week of January 20, 2025 Read more
Some areas are blessed naturally with rich, dark soil in which most anything can grow. Others of us are blessed with thick, red, clay soil which can form bricks in
Can you get root crops to grow in clay soil? Read more
When you are in love with growing plants, it’s hard to see the end of the growing season. With no more seeds to start or plants to tend, cleaning up
Growing in a high tunnel and hoop house for the winter Read more
Brought from China to Japan in the first decade of the 20th century, Tokyo Bekana has sustained its popularity in Japan, earning its name and spreading around the world. This
Tokyo Bekana: The Versatile and Delicious Chinese Cabbage Read more
You’re eager to get your garden started, but before you dive in, you keep hearing about this mysterious “planting zone.” What exactly does it mean, and why is it important?
Delaware Gardening: Mastering your Planting Zone for a Flourishing Garden Read more
Welcome to the world of plant whispering, where chatting with your leafy friends isn’t just for the quirky and eccentric—it’s for the green-thumb in all of us! Talking to your
The Power of Plant Talk: Why Conversing with Your Green Friends Matters Read more
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