As my fall garden season approaches, my mind is filled with visions of splendor. With a freshly tilled garden, I can see my plants grow lush and full, their bounty promising a fruitful harvest. What do I want to grow this year? More important question is what do I want to eat? Pumpkins. Or should I say, homemade pumpkin pie. The kids and I are set on pumpkins this year, both at home and school, so those babies are first on the list. Second? Beans, ... continue reading...
Hungarian Wax Peppers
Here's an old Italian recipe for canning peppers, one of my husband's favorites. Searching the internet, you'll come across many variations -- all probably good -- but here's a basic recipe to start you on your course. The kids and I canned these using the boiling method, though pressure canners might make the process easier. Not sure how, though, as this was as simple to do as it gets! Unfortunately, I can't give you too much direction on amounts. Apparently ... continue reading...
Easy Microgreens
Microgreens seem to be all the rage these days and for good reason: they are packed with nutrients and easy to grow! The USDA and University of Maryland found that leaves from microgreens had more nutrients than the mature leaves of the same plants. And great flavor. Plus, you don’t need a lot of space to grow them. Win-win! Now, you might be saying to yourself that while they might be easy to grow, you need special grow trays to succeed. Fear not! All you need is an inch of potting soil ... continue reading...
Cauliflower Growing Tip
I've been growing cauliflower for years, but only recently did I learn this cauliflower growing tip from a farmer friend of mine. I was showing her my garden and she wrapped her hands around the leaves of my young cauliflower plants and folded them upward. "When your cauliflower begins to form a bud, pull your outer leaves up and cover it, tying them with twine to hold them in place." Surprised, I responded, "But won't that prevent them from growing?" "Absolutely not. But it will keep ... continue reading...
Hydroponic Towers Made Easy
Hydroponic Towers Made Easy will chronicle my journey into the hydroponic gardening world. At first, I was intimidated by the mere thought of growing food in hydroponic towers. I thought, that's WAY too much work and involves way too many aspects I know nothing about. Chemicals, pH balance, water pumps, special sprouting trays... UGH. Just the thought of all those details gave me a headache. But then a friend convinced me to give it a try. She assured me that hydronic towers are easy, once ... continue reading...
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