There’s nothing quite like the aroma and taste of a homegrown tomato. They’re also pretty easy to grow as long as you’re prepared for signs that something is wrong. Tomato Problems: Fix Issues Affecting Your Tomatoes As well as pests and diseases, tomato yield and quality can be affected by nutrient deficiencies, poor pollination, irregular …
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We planted the crop, have watched it grow, participate in collecting its fruit, and then we transform it into a something to nurture our family. One of our favorites past times during the harvest season is creating new, healthy dishes we all will enjoy. Now that it’s summer, we all want to eat lighter but …
Today’s question is brought to you by Nancy and Tom who have an underutilized greenhouse. After a site visit we discovered things that were working well along with a huge greenhouse being unused. Be sure to check out their clever watering system using pvc pipe and quick connecters for homemade drip irrigation. For less than …
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Our colorful garden supports a healthy lifestyle, along with my laziness when I’m too tired to cook. After a busy week of adulting, I love engaging in the multiple benefits of urban farming. 1. No waiting in line at the grocery store on a long holiday weekend. 2. No stickers to peel off the produce. …
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For the intellectually curious, no doubt the LJs Bistro & Bar Cocktail Class: Mix & Master is the best 90 minutes and $50 you can spend. Learn by drinking and pick up some coveted tricks! The great bartenders at LJs Bistro & Bar pride themselves on being knowledgeable about cocktail recipes and proficient in the …
Harvesting from the garden comes with a few surprising rewards: Cocktails anyone? Read More »
Nurturing the Garden: Heading into summer there’s very little to do in the garden except to watch everything grow and keep the young starts hydrated. The very best time to water plants is in the early morning, while it is still cool. This will allow the water to run down into the soil and reach …
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Water is a truly precious resource. Getting smart with the way we water saves time and money while boosting plant health. 10 Smart Watering Tips for Your Vegetable Garden Watering at the right time, in the right place, using the right methods can make a big difference to how much water your garden needs. In …
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Some people celebrate holidays….I celebrate Strawberry Season. Only the berry-est of desserts bear the Terry Berry title and these delightful bites of sunshine do not disappoint. Easy to make and even easier to eat, try out our latest kitchen experiment using berries from our local berry farmer, Carleton Farm. ménage à trois ala Terry Berry …
How to create a few easy garden beds in a Sunday Afternoon. If you want to turn a barren lot into a food oasis, you’ve got to start from the ground up. Sheet mulching is an easy way to start. You start with a biodegradable weed barrier like cardboard, and from there build a thick, …
