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There is nothing like picking a juicy home grown tomato from the garden. I have always enjoyed biting into the warm fresh fruit. Growing tomatoes to me is an art, requiring a lot of tender loving...
This is a great and delicious twist on Indian bread. And this is so simple to make. And once you taste this bread you will make it for years to come. This bread goes great with chicken dishes and...
As I look out on a dreary winter day, my thoughts turn to spring and the chance to work once again in my garden. Since the ice coming down is preventing me from doing this, I can, nevertheless,...
Summer is upon us and it is a good time to soak up some vitamin D in the sun. A good way to enjoy the outdoors is gardening with your kids. Read on for details on how to plant a flower garden.
Artichoke is an edible thistle, producing flower buds. However, the unopened flower bud are the edible part of the plant which is delicious to eat. The edible portion is a cluster of overlapping...
Toasted sunflower seeds. Delicious. Grown all around the world, humans have consumed sunflower seeds for at least 35,000 years. Sunflower seeds are a smart snack option – loaded with calcium,...
Lima beans are on of my favorite vegetables. Not only are they good to eat, but they bring back wonderful childhood memories of when my mother cooked them for the family. Homegrown lima beans have...
Everyone enjoys tomatoes. Luckily, whatever the variety (heirloom, cherry, grape, brandywine, vine, campari), tomatoes are one of the easiest foods to grow at home. If you don't have a garden for...
Growing flowers from seeds is a fun and economic way to transform your garden into a personal haven. No more wasted trips to the local gardening nursery only to discover they don’t carry the color...
Very few fruits are as versatile as the pumpkin. You can make pumpkin pie, pumpkin soup or pumpkin bread; you can make a lantern out of the non eatable parts for Halloween and you can even bake...
Sweet and salty honey cheese spread is so easy to make it only takes 10 minutes. If you need to make something up fast this is the way to go. After the spread is made, get some crackers and start...
Cucumbers are the most tender plant in the squash family. Traditionally, there are two main types of cucumbers: greenhouse cucumbers and outdoor ones. The outdoor cucumbers are the traditional...
We’ve all heard it: ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.’ Happily, that adage can be applied to your flower garden. More specifically, to the weeds in your flower garden. Imagine the...
Do you love planting but you just don't want to work too hard? I know I do. Do you love sweet, delicious honeydew? Sounds great to me! This is even better: You can grow them at home by yourself!
Dry you own seeds and plant them.
Fuji apples are one of the most delicious and beautiful modern apple varieties available. Fuji apples taste crisp and juicy, sweet and very refreshing. And Fuji apples are beautiful, with a light...
This post is not just for vegetarians. You can get adequate protein from so many other sources, which I will share some with you here.
I'm going to show you how to grow what is, quite possibly, the world's most popular herb: Basil. Basil is a key ingredient in the cuisines of many Southeast Asian countries, and of course Italy....
I've always loved lettuce in salads and a few years ago when people started getting sick from bacteria in lettuce I was afraid to eat the bagged lettuce so I quit buying it. I missed my lettuce...
Every year Nature gives us the best examples of how to be successful – the season of Spring! If you know where to look (and how to look) you will receive the best mentoring money can’t buy.
Will March come in like a lion or lamb? Itching to get out in the garden but don't have one? With the days getting longer you will want to do more and more outside. But when April showers bring...
For a few years now I've been planting spinach on my back patio. Ever since the scare over spinach I won't buy it in the store. I'm going to share with you how to have fresh spinach all summer long.
When you trim back or the garden plants die, I can tell you how to use those clippings or garden plants after summer.
With the cost of vegetables on the rise. It may be time for you to start your own Vegetable garden. It wont only save you money , but provide you with a great feeling of self accomplishment,...
When watermelons are in abundance at the gardens and stores, and the prices are low, it is a good time to take advantage and buy the whole watermelon or even two. A large watermelon looks like it...
Baking or toasting pumpkin seeds is a favorite fall tradition. After carving your Halloween pumpkin or chopping up a pumpkin to make pumpkin pie, you can cook the pumpkin seeds for a special...
I was recently asked to be the chairman of our Woman’s Club gardening group. Many of the women in the club are in their mid 70’s to late 80’s. Collectively, they know more about gardening than I...
Yes, you read that correctly - Give Your Flowers and Vegetables a Disease-free Start with Jell-O. If you start your vegetables or flowers from seeds (or even if you purchase young plants from...
Hybrid beets are a bright red vegetable, these are the most popular. In addition to popular red beets, there is a golden yellow variety, and a white variety. Beets are easy to grow, the seeds are...
Now that you've carved your pumpkin for Halloween night, why not use those seeds you scooped out for a delicious Halloween treat! Making homemade pumpkin seeds is one of our family's traditions....
Pomegranates are full of beneficial nutrients, like antioxidants and essential fatty acids, which may lower cholesterol, prevent inflammation and protect against heart disease. This tasty, tart...
Asparagus is a nice vegetable to eat, but it takes some time to grow. It will take three years for a full harvest if you start from seed form. It is a crop that requires a lot of patience, but is...
Learn how to save and store pepper seeds. Growing heirloom bell peppers from seed can be a delicious and rewarding experience!
Don't let the plants and blossoms all be compost or winter bedding just yet. Before the snow flies, gather those seeds and use them. Here is how.
Carving Pumpkins for Halloween is a tradition. How about making use of those little seeds inside. The seeds are a tasty little treat with very little preparation.
Growing a cherry tree will provide an abundance of cherries for preserves, pies, cobblers and as a garnish for cocktails. Cherries are loaded with vitamin A and C and are very nutritious. If you...
Did you make roasted pumpkin seeds this fall season? Do you remember your mom or grandmother roasting pumpkin seeds for a treat when you were a child? I loved to eat roasted pumpkin seeds as a...
In this article I will explain the steps needed to start a successful garden. Whether you're a beginner or experienced these tips are very helpful! A garden of flowers can be beautiful and a...
Have your own Pumpkin Patch!
The old saying" An apple a day, keeps the doctor away", may very well prove itself true one day. Every part of the apple tree; fruit,flowers,buds,leaves,bark and twigs have been used as...
When I lived in Arkansas, I had three apple trees in my backyard and had no idea how to make them produce apples that were actually edible. But, having moved a few thousand miles up to Washington...
Wild Flower Gardens are not as difficult as one might think and can be fun for the family. It is an easy process.
Scented pillows are pleasant smelling, useful and fun to make! They can be used to freshen clothing draws, closets, even cars! You can also use them to help promote a restful sleep.
Being a guy I don't do as much cooking as I should. I love squash however and my wife is not overly fond of it. So here is a recipe I have made and very much like. If I want it I cook it.
Using seeds to grow your vegetable garden is one of the best and most rewarding ways of saving money on food. But how do you test vegetable seeds stored from seasons past to see if they are still...
So, You've heard about the health benefits of Wheatgrass and want some. But you don't fancy paying 2 bucks per ounce of Wheatgrass Juice? With some patience and a little love, it's very easy to...
Planting grass seed in an existing lawn is not difficult, but it is different than starting a lawn from scratch. Grass, thatch, compacted dirt and plant debris make it harder for the seed to get...
Choosing fun plants to grow in your garden takes a little research. To make your garden fun, start with easy to grow plants that the entire family can enjoy. These are easy care plants that are...
In my house we eat lettuce almost every day. Buying lettuce every day is expensive and time consuming. When you grow it yourself, it tastes so much better than store bought. Last year, I decided...
Life is hectic. We're all on the run trying to fit as much into our day as possible. We don't always eat right although we have good intentions. We need to have a game plan and be prepared so...
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