There are a few scents that to me unequivocally evoke spring—besides the earthy fragrance of thawing...
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Arugula flowers: Tips to delay bolting and what to do with the blooms
Arugula seeds are always on my “to-plant” list. I enjoy the spicy, peppery flavor of the serrated...
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Planting succulent ground cover in gardens and as “lawns”
One of my favorite plants in my garden is a variety of Delosperma called ‘Fire Spinner’. This...
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Growing Pennsylvania sedge (Carex pensylvanica) in a garden or as a lawn alternative
As my collection of native plants grows, I’m developing various favorites. One of them is Pennsylvania...
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Growing wine cap mushrooms: An easy beginner’s guide
Plenty of gardeners will admit that growing wine cap mushrooms was their gateway to an unexpected...
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How to freeze basil: Preserving that summer flavor for the winter months
Basil is one of my favorite summer herbs, but I find it painful to have to buy basil to use in winter...
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