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Sweet potato or yam: Which is it?
Published on September 25, 2015
Sweet potatoes are a rich source of Vitamin A. -
Propagating Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Published on September 25, 2015
Make more of Jack-in-the-Pulpit, a beautiful native plant, by following these propagating tips. -
Planting a tree successfully requires the correct planting depth
Published on September 23, 2015
Even many years after planting, mistakes in planting depth can come back to haunt the tree. -
Homegrown potatoes tell you when to harvest them
Published on September 18, 2015
Knowing when to harvest homegrown potatoes and how to handle them after harvest helps gardeners end up with the maximum amount of potatoes possible to store for those cold winter months. -
Bring plants indoors now, but leave the pests behind
Published on September 17, 2015
September is the month to bring tropical and subtropical plants indoors, but make sure you inspect them properly first before bringing in unwanted pests. -
Pressure canner, pressure cooker, electric canner: What is the difference?
Published on September 14, 2015
What is the difference between a pressure canner and a pressure cooker, are they both safe to use for canning? -
How to make pumpkin soup or soup joumou
Published on September 10, 2015
As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to change, I am once again ready for some fresh pumpkin soup. -
Grow it, Cook it, Eat it! workshop on growing greens is coming up September 15
Published on September 9, 2015
There is still time to register for the “Go for the Greens” workshop on Sept. 15, 2015, but don’t delay. -
Trouble in Tomatoland: When tomatoes are not attractive
Published on September 3, 2015
Tomatoes with odd colors, blemishes and weird shapes are often caused by physiological or abiotic problems associated with sun, water and nutrients. -
Kids in the kitchen: Part one
Published on September 2, 2015
Where does food come from?