I have yet to start growing beets in my garden (not enough room for everything I’d like to grow). But I got a call from a friend this week asking me if I could use some beets. Of course, I can use some beets. So I drive to my friend’s house, and she points to …
Gardening
If you ever had sweet roasted peppers, you know what I’m talking about. If not, you’re in for a delicious surprise if you try these oven roasted red peppers. They are delicious with just a bit of salt and oil, but if you want a bit more zing, you can add a splash of vinegar …
The fall is a great time to get outdoors and do a little decorating. The weather is changing, so why not make a few changes around the outside of your home to help welcome in the new season? Seasonal decorations help to mix up the scenery a little and make the outside of your home …
So… you have a backyard shed… It’s functional… holds your gardening equipment, tools, feed for livestock, etc., and maybe it even provides some storage space. Maybe you converted it into a nice sitting area for adults or a fun playhouse for your kids. Or maybe you created a small greenhouse in it. But you need …
With fall already here, you can almost smell the apple pie baking in the oven. It’s one of most American’s favorite foods, especially during the holidays. This sumptuous dessert has a way of complementing any meal and makes dinner time even more exciting. But apple pie is not the only way to enjoy apples. So …
Are you new to gardening? Maybe wondering how to start a new vegetable garden? It’s not hard if you have a plan. So let’s look at what steps you should take to start your first garden. How To Start A New Vegetable Garden The first step is to decide where you’ll grow your garden. Make …
For as long as I can remember, my mom worked hard to preserve the summer’s delicate flavors so we can enjoy them all year long. These days there are so many ways to preserve the harvest, it’s hard not to find something that’s perfect for you! Tomatoes are plentiful these days, but not for long. …
It’s the middle of the summer, and the garden is producing loads of fruits and vegetables. Are you taking advantage of this and preserving some for later in the year when fresh food is hard to come by? You need to know how to preserve fruits and vegetables so you can stretch your harvest for …
No matter how much time you spend in your garden, some vegetables will be invaded by garden pests at one point or another. When you grow vegetables, you’ll need to spend a lot of time checking your garden for the next attack of hungry critters. Let’s see what steps you can take to control vegetable …
Spring is such an exciting time for garden lovers everywhere! We get the itch to try new plants and buy more of the ones we have and love. While planting flowers in a garden is exciting and gratifying, many don’t have the luxury of space. Here are some creative flower pot ideas that will add …