How to Overwinter Plants in a Cold Frame

Ah, the pungent smell of marigolds – their distinctive fragrance tells me that summer has most definitely arrived.And once summer is at full tilt, I

When I was a young girl, we didn’t use washcloths with our baths or showers. We did not have the puffy, plastic mesh scrubbies sold at dollar stores today.We used a loofah sponge, and it wasn’t until I was a grownup that I realized we grew these

I don’t know what’s happening with alliums in Uzbekistan, but they’re growing some fantastic garlic.There’s nothing wrong with a lovely, mild bulb, but sometimes you want something sweet,

I think we can all agree: the world just wouldn’t be the same without garlic.This pungently potent vegetable is delightfully easy to grow. And as a natural pest and fungus

We all know ginger – a tasty culinary herb (or, more accurately, a spice) that you can buy practically anywhere.Whether you’re using the whole root, paste, or powdered form, it’

Marigolds are widely recognized as one of the easiest plants to grow. They can thrive in various soil types, bloom from summer to autumn, and are incredibly hardy.In short, marigolds are marvelous.We link to ve

Cauliflower, Brassica oleracea var.botrytis, is a vegetable in the Brassicaceae family that includes broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, collards, kale, and kohlrabi.It is a cool-weather crop often referred to as a “brassica”or “cole

Purple sage is an arid climate native, and its silver foliage and purple blooms fill the air with a beguiling aroma.This shrub attracts pollinators like bees an

Ever wanted to push your garden’s production capabilities to the max?Well, there’s no better way to do it than with season extensio

If you’re a fan of muskmelons, you probably think biting into a slice is the best taste of summer.Their juicy, nutritious, and sometimes brightly colored fl

Carrots that you grow yourself are crunchy, flavorful, and best of all, fresh! But the ‘Nantes’ variety is a good reminder that they’re not all the same.This type of Daucus carota is distinguished by its skin, which does not req

Lacking the sharpness of onion or the aromatic spice of garlic, the shallot somehow takes the best of both of those beloved alliums and blends them into one beautiful, sweet yet savory flavor.This unassuming bulb is used in a variety of cuisines around the world.