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Cultivating Harmony: The Art Of Pairing Vegetables For Successful Growth
Which vegetables grow well together? Did you ever consider that the success of your plants may depend on their neighbors? Research suggests that certain plants thrive or struggle when grown in close proximity to others. Let’s delve into the most popular vegetable garden companions to find out more! Tomatoes and Peppers Tomatoes and peppers are…
How to Build a Raised Garden Bed: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you looking to grow your own garden but have limited space or poor soil quality? Or maybe you’re interested in sustainable living and want to create a healthy food garden for your home. In any case, a raised garden bed could be the solution you are looking for. In this step-by-step guide, I am…
The Top 5 Best Reliable Fruit Trees to Grow A Food Forest in Florida
If you’re a Florida gardener who dreams of home-grown goodness, then fruit trees are likely high on your wish list. When it comes to growing a food forest in Florida, choosing the right fruit trees is critical. In this little collection, we’re diving into the top five fruit trees to set your sights on, as…
Epic Lessons Learned from Gardening: Growing More Than Just Plants
In the simple moment when you drop a seed into damp soil, you’re engaging in an act that echoes the very heartbeat of nature, and of creation itself. What you may not realize is that, as that seed takes root, so too can you, spiritually. This deep convergence of the physical act of gardening with…
How to Cut Leafy Green Plants Without Killing Them – A Guide to Cut-and-Come-Again Veggies
Nothing can compare to the satisfaction of growing your own fresh produce. Unfortunately, one of the most common mistakes that gardeners make is cutting their leafy green plants too aggressively. This can damage the growth of the plant and ultimately lead to its demise. Even after learning this, I still over-trimmed several greens, and one…
From Garden To Table: A Delicious Burrata Salad Made Fresh
By far the best part of growing a vegetable garden, is enjoying the fruits of your labor! Back when I lived in Miami especially, I loved growing (and eating!) my own greens. I haven’t gotten any growing in quite some time, but I really wanted to share this recipe because it is SO easy and…