Money Tree Plant: Growing Healthy Pachira Aquatica
The money tree plant inspires visions of infinite wealth. But we all know that money doesn’t grow on trees… right? Let me introduce you to the Pachira. Also called Malabar …
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73+ Heirloom Apples You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
When it comes to apples, most of us think of Granny Smith, Gala, or Red Delicious. What if I told you that there are dozens of apples that time has …
Can You Eat Crab Apples? A Simple Guide To This Ornamental Fruit
It’s a question as old as time. Surely our ancestors asked themselves this same question, though they didn’t use the word we use today. It’s a question is still asked …
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How and When to Harvest Garlic
I have a love affair with garlic. I love that I can enjoy the fruits of your labor almost year-round. It’s a great veggie to grow, but there are a couple …
Growing Basil: Planting, Cultivating, Harvesting and Storing
When Simon and Garfunkel recorded the song “Scarborough Fair,” they sang about parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme. The first thought that goes through my head when I hear this song …
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6 Different Methods for Storing Garlic
If you’re a garlic-lover and garlic grower like me, you’ve probably got a bunch of it either in your garden or in your home right this very moment. These beautiful …
What to Plant in a Salsa Garden?
Once summer hits, there is nothing better than pulling veggies out of your garden and whipping up a summer salsa. With a bit of elbow grease and a few tools, you …
How to Grow Pak Choi Microgreens Fast and Easy
Pak choi is a microgreen known by many names. Perhaps more recognizable as Chinese cabbage or bok choy, it’s a very easy microgreen to grow both in terms of the …
How to Grow Kale Microgreens Fast and Easy
Kale microgreens are some of the faster and easier to grow micros out there, making them a great starter crop for beginners. It’s hard to mess these up! They perform …
How to Grow Amaranth Microgreens Fast and Easy
Amaranth is one of the most visually striking microgreens you can grow. It’s translucent violet color pops on the plate and makes an amazing addition to almost any dish. I …
How to Grow Cress Microgreens Fast and Easy
Cress is a popular microgreen due to how easy it is to grow and the fact that it’s one of the most nutrient-dense greens out there. It even beats the …
How to Grow Arugula Microgreens Fast and Easy
If you’re just starting out growing microgreens, then growing arugula microgreens is a great way to begin. It’s a popular plant among chefs and home cooks alike, with a zesty, …