We’ve all been there – staring at a tiny yard and wondering if we can even grow a single tomato plant. But honestly, it’s more possible than you might think! We’ve found some really neat ways to make the most of even the smallest outdoor spaces. We’re talking about clever vertical gardening ideas that let…
We’ve been experimenting a lot in our garden lately, trying to figure out the best way to get the most out of our bean plants. It turns out, who you plant next to your beans can make a big difference. We’ve learned that some plants are like best friends to beans, helping them grow strong…
Thinking about growing herbs at home? We’ve been looking into the whole growing herbs at home cost thing, and honestly, it’s pretty interesting. It seems like a small effort can lead to some pretty good savings and even some extra perks. We’ll break down what you need to get started, how it stacks up against…
Spring in Michigan means the woods start giving us some really good stuff. We love heading out to find ramps, also called wild leeks, and the super popular morel mushrooms. It’s a great way to connect with nature and get some tasty food. We’ll share where and when to look, how to gather responsibly, and…
We love growing corn, but sometimes it feels like a lot of work. We’ve found that using corn companion plants makes a big difference. It’s like giving our corn a little help from its friends in the garden. This helps us get more corn and keeps pests away. We’ll look at some great options, including…
We’ve always been fascinated by the idea of finding our own food. Pennsylvania’s landscape is surprisingly generous, offering up all sorts of edible treasures if we know where to look. From the tender greens of spring to the hearty nuts of fall, foraging is a rewarding way to connect with nature and discover delicious, free…
We all want a great squash harvest, right? It’s frustrating when squash plants get loaded with flowers but no fruit, or when pests seem to find our squash patches no matter what we do. We’ve found that companion planting is a pretty simple way to help with both of these problems. By choosing the right…
We’re getting ready for spring harvests, and February is the perfect time to start thinking ahead. It’s a bit early for most of our gardens, but we can use this time to get our supplies in order and plan out what we want to preserve. This february preserving guide will help us get organized and…
We’ve been exploring the wild side of Washington, and let us tell you, the foraging here is something else. From the deep woods to the forest floor, we’ve found so many incredible edible mushrooms and berries. It’s amazing what you can discover when you know where and when to look. Our foraging Washington adventures have…
We’ve all been there, staring at those empty garden beds and wondering where to start. For us, a raised bed herb garden felt like the perfect entry point into growing our own food. It’s manageable, rewarding, and honestly, pretty simple once you get the hang of it. We’re excited to share what we’ve learned about…
