Most of us are familiar with herbs like Chives which go great with sour cream on a potato or Sage that enhances the flavor of the stuffing on our Thanksgiving table but there are hundreds of...
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The concept of a kitchen garden is not a new one but it has been going through a renaissance period lately. First Lady Michelle Obama installed a kitchen garden at the White House to champion the...
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Here is Part 2 of on our visit to the California Spring Trials. 

Edibles – with the increase emphasis on healthy living, there were some breeders seeking to improve old...
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I know it is of little comfort to tell you that even the most beautiful of gardens are going to have some insect pests. Whether it is mosquitos, aphids, whiteflies or other little nasty critters...
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The origins of companion planting in North American vegetable gardens is said to date back to when Native Americans taught the pilgrims how to plant squash, corn and beans. This technique has also...
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I know you’re reading this title and thinking we’re nuts, but the truth is that in some areas of the country it is still planting season. If you’re fortunate enough to live in...
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When I say hanging basket I bet your thoughts turn to beautiful flowers suspended in pots from hooks on a porch or containers with cascading blooms on a deck. Another summer tradition we all enjoy...
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Don’t give up the joy of gardening just because it’s getting cold outside. You can still garden in places that maybe you’ve never even considered before. Practically every home,...
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