They say every profession has tricks of the trade. Why should gardening be any different? While it’s impossible to rush a plant’s growth, we can do many things that will either optimize conditions, or that will make our job as gardeners easier and less time-consuming. The trouble is, searching for …
This bright and beautiful flower graces many gardens, but few know how amazing this simply gorgeous flower is. Calendula does not just brighten your garden, it is beneficial for both health and beauty. Growing Calendula The Latin translation of Calendula is “little calendar” as a reference to its long blooming …
At the end of last year, I got a Hori Hori gardening tool. I think this is my new favorite gardening and camping tool. It’s a Japanese knife/shovel hybrid called a Hori Hori. The blade is about 7 in. long and ⅝ in. wide. So it’s much thinner than most …
Have you ever wanted to garden but the odds are stacked against you? Perhaps your soil is rock-hard or pure sand. Perhaps your growing season is very short. Perhaps you live in a dry desert environment. Perhaps burrowing pests such as voles routinely decimate your vegetables. Or perhaps your back …
Oh, basil! My first culinary herb. This was the first herb that I invited into my kitchen and my cooking. I am not much of a chef so using herbs in a culinary manner doesn’t always come easy to me. But oh man, basil! After using fresh basil from my …
Sage, or Salvia officinalis, is a simple but powerful plant to have at arm’s length. Sage shines as food, medicine and an addition to your beauty routine! Sage is easy to use and easy to grow. Simply said, a plant you don’t want to be without! As with most plants, …
Turmeric is a culinary delight and a medicinal wonder! With very little work it can be added to anyone’s daily life and the benefits of using it are never-ending. Growing it may take patience and practice but it is certainly worth trying out! It is such a versatile herb, with …
I love how herbs seem to be ready for harvest just as we need them, and fall means it is time to harvest the Echinacea! I want to be sure I have plenty of it prepped and ready when the winter illnesses start popping up. Once you discover its wonders …
Lavender is a popular plant today, but it didn’t just arrive on the scene. It was used by Egyptians in the mummification process and by Romans in their famous baths, to name just a few. It is still used for relaxing baths and so much more! From medical uses to …
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