February might still feel like winter in many places, but for those of us who love to preserve food, the gardening itch is already starting. March is the perfect time to get a head start on our canning goals, even if the ground outside is still too cold to plant. We can use this month…
As the days get shorter and the air gets colder here in Zone 6, it’s time to think about getting our gardens ready for winter. We want to make sure our plants and beds are protected from the frost and snow. This means doing some prep work now so we can enjoy a healthy garden…
Growing peppers is super rewarding, right? We love them in our cooking, but sometimes they can be a bit picky about who they share their space with. It turns out, just like us, plants have their best buds and their garden nemeses. We’ve been experimenting with companion planting for our peppers, and let me tell…
February in Zone 8 is a time of anticipation and action for us gardeners. The chill is starting to break, and while it might still feel a bit early, we can actually get a lot done this month. Thinking about our zone 8 February planting calendar now means we’ll be ahead of the game when…
As the air gets crisp and the leaves start to turn, we know it’s time to get serious about our fall harvest. We love seeing all the bounty from our gardens and local farms, but we also know that a lot of it can go to waste if we don’t plan ahead. That’s why we…
We’re excited to explore the world of foraging in Texas! It’s a fantastic way to connect with nature, find delicious wild foods, and learn more about our local environment. From tasty greens and herbs to hearty nuts and roots, there’s a surprising amount of edible bounty waiting to be discovered right here in our state….
February is a pivotal month for us Zone 9 gardeners, marking the true start of our spring garden prep. While the rest of the country might still be deep in winter, we’re already getting our hands dirty, planning for a season of growth. This is the time we lay the groundwork, nurture our soil, and…
We’re getting ready for the gardening season, and if you’re in Zone 7, February is a fantastic time to start thinking about your early spring planting. The ground might still be a bit chilly, but there are plenty of cool-weather vegetables that can handle it. We’ll cover what you can get started with now, how…
Foraging North Carolina is something we’ve gotten more curious about each year. There’s just something about walking through a field or forest and spotting wild greens or roots that makes us feel more connected to the land. We’ve picked dandelions in our yards, dug up burdock roots along trails, and even tried a few edible…
January in Zone 5 can feel like a waiting game, but there’s actually a lot we can do to prep for a strong gardening season. While the ground is frozen and the snow piles up, we get to focus on planning, ordering seeds, and even starting a few plants indoors. The zone 5 january gardening…
