Pickling is one of the oldest forms of food preservation, and it can be a great way to extend the shelf life of your fruits and vegetables. When done correctly, pickling can help to prevent harmful bacteria from growing and spoiling your food. Additionally, pickling can add an extra layer of flavor to your dishes. …
If you’re like me, you want to take advantage of summer’s bounty by preserving some fresh fruits and veggies for later in the year. And if you’re like me, you also want to do it as cheaply and efficiently as possible. So today, I’m going to share my simple tips for freezing fresh produce. Let’s …
Starting a vegetable garden from scratch is exciting and terrifying. Do you wonder what the best soil is? Where should I plant? Do you start with seeds or direct sow? Here are six tips to help you establish a healthy bountiful vegetable garden this year. How to Start a Vegetable Garden Location Starting a garden …
Tower gardens are fantastic, but they can be intimidating to get started with. If you want to learn how easy it is to get started with tower gardening, read this article about getting your first tower gardening going. What is a Tower Garden? A tower garden is vertical, but you use it to grow food …
Gardening is a great educational experience for children, and herb gardening is perfect for kids because most herbs are easy to grow. They generally require very little maintenance and can survive through a bit of abuse and neglect. Nature is a favorite subject for many children. They love to learn and explore topics that have …
If you want your garden to succeed, there are many things you have to do to ensure your plants have the best chance to survive and thrive from seed to harvest. If you were only growing one plant, that might be easier to do, but most people grow multiple vegetables, making it harder to regulate …
When you think about gardening, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of information. There are so many different plants and methods for planting them that can make your head spin! How do I know which ones grow best in my area? What should I plant together? Which plants will be perennial or …
Are you looking for a new vegetable to grow in your garden this fall? Fall is the perfect time of year to plant vegetables. It’s not too hot or cold, and it’s just before winter, so there are fewer pests around. Plus, with all the rain we get in the fall, your plants will be …
If you’re growing food for better health and nutrition, then you’re sure to have read about the benefits of getting more greens in your diet. Usually, we picture enormous leafy greens. But these days, with many gardening for fewer people or in small spaces, the growth of microgreens is becoming more popular. Don’t let their …
Growing your own food is a wonderful way to achieve better health, soak up more nutrients and enjoy better tasting produce than what’s on the shelves at your local grocery store. If you’ve ever been to a farmer’s market in your area and compared the taste of those foods to the waxy ones at your …