When shopping for plants at your local garden center, you may notice some are marked ‘heirloom,” while others are labeled “hybrid.” Have you ever wondered what these terms mean –…
What’s the Difference between Heirlooms and Hybrid Plants?
Month: June 2022
Canning Pineapple at Home – Simple and Easy!
I love pineapple. It's as simple as that, so when I saw they were on sale at our Kroger for $10/10 I had to get some. Actually, I'll admit it…
What is Succession Planting and How to do it Right
If you have a small amount of space to plant a vegetable garden, you are probably eager to get the most out of it. Succession planting is a great way…
Sliced Pears in Light Syrup Canning Recipe
Well, it's about the end of pear season in our yard -and I couldn't be happier. Since the trees that came with our house hadn't been cared for, for over…
How to Grow and Store Oregano
Oregano is a culinary workhorse popular in Greek, Italian, and Mexican cuisine. Mexican oregano is not from the same botanical family as the Greek and Italian varieties, however. It is…