Awhile back, we started planting a special blend of legumes, grasses and greens from Peaceful Valley Farm for our hens to forage, and we wrote about it in June. The…
Last year when the first Heirloom Expo took place, I was not able to attend but swore that I would next year, come what may. Fast forward to year two,…
This Tip Of The Week looks at great heirlooms (and open-pollinated seeds) that you can grow this fall.
Let's talk about heirloom varieties for your fall garden. Here are our favorites we'd like to share.
When I spent three days learning the ways of GROW BIOINTENSIVE (GB) with John Jeavons and his team at Ecology Action in Willits, CA in 2009, two of my instructors…
Plants can take you down memory lane. This week, my dear gardening friend and Master Gardener, Sarah Spitz, shares some of her plants and the memories they spark. Here's Sarah:…
The latest food adventure from Mar Vista's Bounty Hunter is ready for your perusal. Find out about Masa Tamales, where you can find some of the best savory tamales in…
Bagrada Bugs on the Loose Have you seen orange and black bugs, usually traveling in pairs, all over your cole crops? If you live in the southwest, then chances are…
If you live in the southwest, then chances are you have seen Bagrada bugs. This Tip Of The Week explores the differences between the Bagrada and Harlequin bugs, as well…
And now something for those with little ones. Ruth Steinberg, founder of Little Saplings.org, is committed to helping kids find a love of gardening. I had the pleasure of meeting her electronically awhile back, but when we finally met in person, I could see that her enthusiasm for gardening with children was infectious. She specializes in fostering curiosity and play in the garden, and she's here today to share her story and some ideas for doing the same ...