Imagine a parsnip and a dandelion root had a baby that looked like a brown stick. That's salsify. Unlike beets, sweet potatoes, onions, and parsnips, salsify is a lesser-known root vegetable. It ...
Parsnip: Best Varieties, Growing Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
It’s odd to me that parsnips are so underrated. I hardly ever see them sold the grocery store. If they’re in the produce aisle, they’re somewhere hidden. The carrots? The golden child of the vegetable ...
15 Uses for Pine Needles Around the Home and Garden
Do you have an abundance of pine needles in your garden? Put them to work! While some think that pine needles are a nuisance, you might be surprised to know that there are a number of clever uses for ...
How to Get Rid of Voles and Keep Them Away from Your Property
Voles are small little mammals that spend part of their lives underneath the ground, which makes them hard to detect. Even though these little critters only grow to be 5-7 inches long, they can cause ...
Easter Garden: How to Plan & Grow a Garden-to-Table Easter Feast
One of the most notable things about many seasonal celebrations is the food. Imagine Thanksgiving without the turkey, or the 4th oh July without barbecue. Easter is another one of those holidays that ...
The Difference Between Peas and Beans and Why it Matters
Beans are some of the most interesting vegetable garden plants, but they can be kind of confusing. Do peas fall into the same category? Are peas beans, too? What about green beans? What's the ...
Jicama Plant: Varieties, Growing Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
I first tried jicama during my meal kit box days. While I didn't keep the meal kits in my life, jicama has become a must-have for growing in my garden. Most people usually nibble on the refreshing veg ...
14 Tips for Managing a Large Garden with Minimal Work
If you are an urban or suburban homesteader, you have to squeeze everything you can into a small garden space. It’s an exciting challenge to use every nook and cranny, to think vertically, and to ...
How to Start Seeds in Milk Jug Greenhouses
Starting seeds is relatively simple, but you're at the mercy of mother nature, which can be frustrating. It can also be a costly endeavor if you have to buy a bunch of equipment to get started. The ...