As every veteran gardener knows, not all vegetables taste best (or are even edible!) when allowed to grow the way they want to. For example, bolting (unrestrained flowering) ruins the taste of many green leafy plants, while rhubarb leaves are poisonous at the best of times -- and … [Read more...]
Grow Lettuce Year Round
If you live in a temperate climate, it's possible to enjoy a variety of fresh lettuces all year long...from early spring straight on until the end of winter. From an organic gardening standpoint, the best features of lettuce include the facts that it's relatively easy to grow, … [Read more...]
How to Make Herb Vinegar
If you love the snappy taste of herb vinegar in your cooking, you'll be happy to know that this infused herbal vinegar is a snap to make at home. Here is all you need: … [Read more...]
19 Ways to Use Coconut Oil: Including Boost Energy and Weight Loss
If you already have a jar of coconut oil in your cupboard, you know it has a lot of uses. Basically, it’s pulled out of the "meat" of a coconut. Coconut oil is a good fat that is sweet and good for you. But it doesn’t just belong in the kitchen! We’re betting that if you don’t … [Read more...]
How to Recognize and Prevent Sunscald in the Garden
If you happen to find a pale blister-like patch on a fruit or vegetable, don't assume that it's damage caused by a disease or an insect pest. Your plant may be suffering from sunscald -- a sudden exposure to bright sunlight. Once the fruit or vegetable is damaged, it's an … [Read more...]
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