Onions are one of the most indispensable and flavorful ingredients you can cook with. Experiment with raw onions in salads, add them to breads, toss them in soups (you can’t go wrong with a French onion recipe), or use them in casseroles. Plus, onions are known for offering a range of health benefits—they can boost […] More
If you’ve been thinking about growing your own potatoes, now’s the time. But before you get started, you need to consider the right planting approach for your yard. A few years ago, I conducted a test: I grew German Butterball potatoes using seven different planting methods. Throughout the course of the growing season, the pros […] More
You’ve spotted them in interior design magazines, as part of elaborate wedding centerpieces, and even all over Instagram. Succulents are all the rage right now. The oft-spouted proclamation that succulents are easy to grow is, in fact, far from the truth. Sure, it can be easy, but it requires a bit of a mental adjustment. […] More
There’s no denying the beauty of a sweet potato plant, whether it’s placed on a trellis, in a garden, or a simple container. And the positives don’t end there. When it comes to health benefits, sweet potatoes are worth considering as part of your diet. They are loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients that […] More
These beautiful houseplants can enhance just about any room. More
Look up, not out: Take advantage of free space by hanging live succulents, flowers, and greens. More
Customize any pencil case, notebook, backpack, or other school supply DIY in a snap. More
One of the joys of growing a summer garden is slicing up a cucumber straight off the vine and savoring that first crisp, cool bite. The goal: to grow a bounty of cucumbers with sweet, refreshing flavor. But sometimes, no matter how hard you try, they’ll taste bitter. Stressed plants are more likely to develop […] More
