20 Edible Perennials That Come Back Stronger Every Year
Plant them once—eat for years. These aren’t your needy, pampered annuals that demand constant babysitting. These are the survivors. The comeback kids. The plants that …
Edible Gardening
17 Vegetables That Need Way More Space Than You Think
That tiny seedling? It’s about to claim your entire raised bed. Some vegetables play nice in tight quarters. Others stretch out like they’re auditioning for …
15 Commonly Grown Herbs That Cross-Pollinate and Ruin Each Other’s Flavor
Your herb garden might be sabotaging itself—and you won’t even taste the problem until it’s too late. One minute you’re snipping basil like a backyard …
13 Plant Stress Responses That Actually Improve Flavor and Nutrition (And How to Safely Trigger Them)
Some plants need a little drama to taste their best. No, really—mild stress can send certain veggies, herbs, and fruits into survival mode, boosting flavor, …
14 Vegetables You Should Plant in May in Zone 7 (And 6 That Are Too Late)
Planting in May is a race against the clock—and some vegetables just can’t keep up. Zone 7 might seem like a gardening sweet spot, but …
14 Medicinal Herbs That Help Break Sugar Addiction Through Garden Therapy
Sugar cravings don’t stand a chance once you bring these herbs into your life. Forget fighting willpower battles every afternoon. Forget hiding the candy stash …
16 Romaine Lettuce Care Tips That Guarantee Crisp, Tall Heads
Floppy lettuce? Not on my watch. Those sad, droopy leaves belong in the compost bin. This is romaine territory. We want towering, crunchy columns that …
12 Rosemary Growing Tips for Bushy Plants That Never Get Woody
If your rosemary looks more like a bundle of brittle sticks than a lush green cloud, you’re not alone. Growing rosemary should feel like a …
16 Edible Plants That Love Cool, Damp Pacific Northwest Summers
Think you can’t grow edibles in the cool, damp Pacific Northwest? Think again. While the rest of the world is sweating through scorching summers, the …
16 Ways to Grow Lemon Balm That Smells Amazing All Season
Lemon balm that barely smells? Tragic. This herb should hit you with a sweet, citrusy wave every time you brush by—anything less is a missed …