Spring Pea and Herb Risotto April 24, 2026 Last month I wrote about growing spring peas. If you’ve planted spring peas this year, and you are getting ready to harvest, this Spring…
Why You Should Add Dahlias to Your Garden: A Complete Guide April 18, 2026 Dahlias are often considered one of the most stunning flowers you can grow, and for good reason. Their vibrant colors, intricate petals, and long-lasting…
Aphids in the Garden April 11, 2026 Aphids are one of those garden visitors that seem to appear overnight—tiny, numerous, and often gathered exactly where you don’t want them; on your…
Voyager Tomatoes: Exploring the Fascinating Biology Behind a Truly Unique Fruit April 9, 2026 Last year I grew a new variety of tomato for me: the Voyager Tomato. Also known as Reisetomate or Traveler tomatoes, they are a unique and unusual heirloom…
Why Thinning Seedlings Matters More Than It Feels Like It Should April 4, 2026 Few gardening tasks feel as counterintuitive as thinning seedlings. After all, you carefully selected seeds, watered trays or beds every day, celebrated each tiny…
Growing Gourds: Cultivating Nature’s Most Decorative Crop March 25, 2026 Gourds are one of the most rewarding and underappreciated crops to grow in the home garden. With their astonishing variety of shapes, textures, and…
Your Guide to Planting and Caring for Wisteria March 17, 2026 From New Plants to Managing Mature Vines Wisteria is one of the most breathtaking and rewarding vines you can grow. With its cascading clusters…
Plan a “Giving Garden” and Cultivate Kindness from the Ground Up March 13, 2026 In a world that often feels fast-paced and disconnected, there’s something profoundly grounding about digging your hands into soil and growing food. But what…
The Benefits of Heirloom Tomatoes Over Hybrids March 5, 2026 When it comes to growing tomatoes, gardeners are faced with the choice between heirloom varieties and hybrids. While hybrids can have certain advantages, many…
Everything You Need to Know About Bantam Chickens: Care, Safety, and Why They Steal Hearts February 24, 2026 Bantam chickens are smaller, often more manageable versions of standard chickens. Prized by experienced keepers, they exude charm, adaptability, and productivity despite their compact…
Seeds and Intellectual Property: How Law, Commerce, and Climate Are Reshaping Seed Rights February 20, 2026 It is not often that one’s vocation and avocation meet. But when they do, the intersection can be illuminating and instructive. I’ve spent all…
How to Grow Spring Peas: A Planting Guide to Delicious, Crisp Harvests February 13, 2026 Sweet spring peas and snow peas are delightful and easy-to-grow additions to any early spring garden. They have a crisp, sweet flavor, and we…
Daffodils: A Celebration of Variety, Beauty, and Early Blooms February 5, 2026 This winter barely felt like winter here on the West Coast, and the daffodils blooming early felt like nature tapping us on the shoulder…
A Guide to Chili Species: Exploring the Capsicum Family January 24, 2026 When we think of chili peppers, most of us picture the fiery fruits that bring heat to our favorite dishes. But the story of…
Kabocha Squash Risotto Recipe in a Kabocha Squash Bowl January 16, 2026 Serving kabocha squash risotto in a whole roasted kabocha squash makes for an impressive, edible, and delicious presentation. The kabocha squash’s sweet, chestnut-like flesh…
Rabbit Molting: What to Expect and How to Help Your Bunny Through It January 9, 2026 If you’ve ever found tufts of fur drifting around your home or noticed your rabbit looking a bit scruffy, you’ve likely encountered molting season….
