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Heirlooms in Focus: Holy Basil (Tulsi)
Heirlooms in Focus: Holy Basil (Tulsi)
Most gardeners think they know basil. But Holy Basil — known as Tulsi, "the incomparable one" — is something else entirely. Revered for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine, sacred... Read more...
The 5 P's of Gardening: Proper Planning Prevents Poor Planting
The 5 P's of Gardening: Proper Planning Prevents Poor Planting
Proper Planning Prevents Poor Planting. Whether you're a first-time seed starter or a seasoned heirloom grower, the 5 P's are the framework every gardener needs before putting a single seed... Read more...
What to Plant in August for a Fall Harvest (And How It All Ends Up in One Amazing Salad)
What to Plant in August for a Fall Harvest (And How It All Ends Up in One Amazing Salad)
In August, a garden-fresh salad practically builds itself. Your heirloom tomatoes are still coming in heavy, cucumbers are at peak crunch, and peppers are ripening in every color. It's the... Read more...
How to Get More Peppers from Plants You Already Have
How to Get More Peppers from Plants You Already Have
Your pepper plants are in the ground, they're growing, and now the question is: how do you get the most out of them between now and frost? Mid-summer is actually... Read more...
Still Time to Grow: The Best Herbs to Plant in Mid to Late July
Still Time to Grow: The Best Herbs to Plant in Mid to Late July
There's a common misconception that July means the planting window has closed. Not so — especially when it comes to herbs. Whether you're gardening in the cool-down stretch of a... Read more...
7 Things to Do for Your Tomatoes in July to Keep Them Producing All Summer
7 Things to Do for Your Tomatoes in July to Keep Them Producing All Summer
July is make-or-break for tomatoes. The heat is on, the plants are loaded with fruit, and what you do right now determines whether you're harvesting through September — or watching... Read more...
Prepping for a Fall Planting: A Guide to Heirloom Seeds
Prepping for a Fall Planting: A Guide to Heirloom Seeds
Fall is the most underrated planting season. Discover the best heirloom varieties to direct sow now — lettuce, beets, radishes, and herbs — plus tips on timing, soil prep, and... Read more...