As legend has it, Aphrodite, the Greek Goddess of love, planted oregano on Mt. Olympus. As a result, oregano became a symbol of love, which is why it's often used in Greek and Italian weddings. I ...
Growing Lavender: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, & Harvest Lavender
Lavender is a Mediterranean native that has spread across the globe thanks to its luscious scent and multiple useful properties. Almost everyone has experienced the pungent, floral aroma that you can ...
How to Grow Lion’s Mane Mushrooms on Logs and Sawdust
Lion's mane mushrooms (Hericium erinaceus) are unlike anything else in the mushroom world, with their incredible cascading, icicle-like shape. In the wild, it can almost look like coral escaped the ...
Growing Nasturtiums: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow and Harvest Nasturtiums
Nasturtium provides a zesty, peppery flavor to dishes that is impossible to replicate. Sadly, it's often ignored in favor of other leafy greens like lettuce and kale, but their distinct flavor makes ...
Growing Tomatillos: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Tomatillos
Bright red juicy tomatoes get all the attention. Even people who wouldn’t call themselves gardeners have grown them. I’d go so far as to say that the tomato is the most popular garden vegetable. But ...
Growing Pistachios: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, & Harvest Pistachios
Pistachios are one of my favorite snacks. There is something satisfying about cracking them open as a snack, one after another, while watching a movie. Plus, they aren’t bad for your health like some ...
Growing Mustard Greens: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, & Harvest Mustard Greens
Even though I was raised in the South, my family didn't grow mustard greens. I know that's sacrilegious if you are a southern girl reading this. Once I was an adult and had my own farm, I discovered ...
Growing Artichokes: The Complete Guide to Plant, Care, and Harvest Artichoke
I think more people would be growing artichokes if they had the chance to taste this vegetable in its freshest form. Too often, people who say they hate artichoke are talking about the canned version. ...
Growing Echinacea: The Complete Guide to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Echinacea
Also known as the coneflower, stunning echinacea isn't just a pretty face. It has medicinal properties that people have used to improve their health for centuries, and growing echinacea isn't a ...