Perennial herbs are garden and culinary treasures. Once planted, they return year after year – saving you time, money, and effort. But when frosty nights roll in (sigh), even the hardiest herbs can suffer damage if left unprotected. The good news? With a few simple steps, you can help your perennial herbs survive the winter […]
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Garlic is one of those kitchen staples we often take for granted. A clove here, a clove there tossed into soups, sauces, or roasted with veggies. But this humble bulb has a lot more to offer than flavor. For thousands of years, people around the world have turned to garlic not just as food, but
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Summer is coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean the gardening season is over in Zone 5! In fact, it’s one of the best times to get certain herbs established before the cold sets in. Cooler temperatures reduce transplant shock, soil retains moisture better, and many herbs thrive in the crisp autumn air. If
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You may have heard the term “fire cider” in the last few years – while it’s been around for ages, it’s only recently gained popularity through the rise of holistic medicine and homesteading. This delicious herbal fire cider is the best way to help boost your immune system during the low vitamin D season. This
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It’s the end of summer and beginning of fall – time to fill that medicinal cabinet with the ‘to make whole’ plant – Goldenrod! Introduction to Goldenrod & Other Names for Goldenrod Goldenrod (Solidago canadensis spp. Latin name “to make whole“) is a bright, golden-yellow flowering plant that blooms in late summer and fall. It’s
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