How Much Can You Grow in a 4×4 Garden This Spring? Have you ever thought, I’d love to grow vegetables, but I just don’t have the time or space? What if I told you that in just 16 square feet—a 4×4 garden bed—you could grow a spring garden with room for fresh herbs, flowers, and…
Grow Your Own Food: 5-Day No-Fuss Garden Challenge
Ready to Grow Your Own Food – The Simple Way? Are you dreaming of fresh, homegrown vegetables but feel overwhelmed by complicated gardening advice? Maybe you’ve tried growing plants before, only to watch them wither away because life got too busy. Or perhaps you’re convinced you weren’t born with a green thumb. Here’s the truth:…
How to Grow Peas in Your Garden: Planting, Care, and Harvesting
Sugar snap peas and snow peas are cool-season vegetables that are among the first you can sow outdoors in early spring. If you haven’t grown peas in your garden before, you’re in for a treat! My garden wouldn’t be complete without sugar snap peas climbing up the trellis in my raised beds each spring and…
Time-Saving Tips: How to Create a Low-Maintenance Garden That (Almost) Takes Care of Itself
“I don’t have time to garden” – I hear this all the time from would-be gardeners. Let me bust this myth wide open. The truth is, a well-planned garden can thrive with just minutes of attention per day. Yes, you read that right – minutes, not hours. The secret lies in smart planning and working…
Southern-Style Black-Eyed Peas Recipe
Start your New Year with a dish of good luck and great flavor! This southern style black eyed peas recipe is sure to be a winner to ring in the New Year! 1 cup dried black-eyed peas, soaked overnight 4 cups water or chicken broth 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 smoked…
Grow and Celebrate: How to Plant Black-Eyed Peas for Next Year’s New Year’s Dinner
Start the New Year with Black-Eyed Peas: Good Luck and Great Gardens! When I was a little girl, every New Year’s Eve meant one thing: my grandfather, Pap, taking over the kitchen to cook black-eyed peas. My grandmother was the family cook, but this one tradition was all his. I’ll be honest—I never really liked…
Mini Succulent Gardens: A DIY Guide to Plantable Gifts
‘Tis the season for teacher gifts, holiday office parties, and those fun ? Secret Santa exchanges. If you’re tired of the same old gift-giving routine, I’ve got the perfect solution: potted succulents! Succulents are the ideal plant for busy people or those who aren’t exactly plant experts. They’re easy to care for and add a…
Is a Soil Test Necessary for Your Vegetable Garden?
Should I test the soil in my vegetable garden before planning my spring garden? A healthy garden starts with healthy soil. By incorporating organic matter like compost and worm castings, you can create a rich and fertile environment for your plants to thrive. Every season, before planting a new garden, I routinely add these amendments…
Creamy Herb Garden Dip: A Fresh and Flavorful Holiday Appetizer
With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about holiday meals and get togethers. While traditional holiday meals are always a hit, why not add a fresh and flavorful twist by incorporating herbs from your own garden? Imagine the smell of freshly picked herbs drifting through your kitchen as you prepare…
How to Keep Your Poinsettia Festive All Season Long
Have you ever wondered why poinsettias are so closely tied to Christmas? Every Holiday season you see the garden centers filled with these pretty red or white flowers and they are bought for homes, churches, offices and storefronts to add a festive touch. The tradition of poinsettias dates back to 16th-century Mexico, where a legend…
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