The best part about a late summer garden is that you can start it in almost any climate. Depending on your hardiness growing zone, you can have the seeds in the ground any time from late July to early September. The soil is still warm, so these heat-loving seeds will germinate quickly. Thus, you'll grow more food for your family and save money on your grocery bill. Below … [Read more...] about Late Summer Garden: 21 Heat Loving Seeds to Plant for Fall Harvest
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Bruschetta: How to Make Home Canned Tomato Goodness
Bruschetta is a traditional, rustic Italian dish, made with day-old bread, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and ripened red tomatoes. It's a simple, elegant, and tasty treat to pair with a nice, dry red wine. Home-canned bruschetta, made from fresh-off-the-vine tomatoes is one of the simplest ways to preserve tomatoes. With this dish, you need not bother with the … [Read more...] about Bruschetta: How to Make Home Canned Tomato Goodness
DIY Landscaping Skills: 5 Things Every Homeowner Should Learn
Like most homeowners, you probably don't think DIY landscaping skills are essential. After all, it's easy to see why professional landscaping services can be so expensive - their work is complex and time-consuming. But what if you could get many of the same benefits without spending a fortune? Five DIY Landscaping Skills to Learn Here are five essential tips for … [Read more...] about DIY Landscaping Skills: 5 Things Every Homeowner Should Learn
Acorn Squash: An Easy Care and Planting Guide for a Super Healthy Food
Acorn squash (Cucurbita pepo var. turbinate). Will this nutrient-dense vegetable find its way to your table this fall? I hope the answer is yes. A corn squash is a favorite for both novice and seasoned gardeners considering its ease of growing and care, plus it’s hardy, fast-maturing, and high-yielding. The dark-green fruit features a rounded acorn-like shape with sweet … [Read more...] about Acorn Squash: An Easy Care and Planting Guide for a Super Healthy Food
Sustainability: 6 Easy Tips for a More Earth-Friendly Home
What is sustainability when it comes to your home? Sustainability is about creating a lifestyle that doesn't hurt the environment or deplete our resources. It can be challenging to know where to start, but there are plenty of small things you can do to make your home more sustainable. Most gardeners already know the importance of our natural resources--we are at one with … [Read more...] about Sustainability: 6 Easy Tips for a More Earth-Friendly Home
