Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Mother Earth Gardener Expert advice on all aspects of growing and using historic fruit and vegetable cultivars, along with fiber, ornamental, and medicinal plants. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Thomas Jefferson's Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/thomas-jefferson-garden-zm0z17wzmar/) - Thomas Jefferson enjoyed spending his spare time among the fruits and vegetables. Find advice from Thomas Jefferson's garden to create your own backyard paradise. - [How to Grow Mignonette: A ‘Little Darling’ of a Flower](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/grow-mignonette-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Unassuming mignonette has a long history sweetening gardens and windowsills with its clean scent and delicate flower spikes. - [Taking Time to Enjoy Your Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/taking-time-to-enjoy-your-gardens-zb0z2006/) - We put in plenty of time planning and designing our gardens. But did you ever stop to consider enjoying them, without all the work? Let's talk about why it is important to rest and enjoy your gardening efforts. - [Fresh Corn Pudding Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fresh-corn-pudding-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Make this delicious corn pudding recipe with garden-fresh ears of corn and freshly chopped Mexican Mint Marigold leaves. - [Masa and Hominy Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/masa-and-hominy-zm0z18uzcmar/) - Learn about the Guatemalan people who discovered Hominy and take a closer look at what scientists call the nixtamalizing process today. - [Golden Squash, Pepper, and Tomato Gratin Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-pepper-tomato-gratin-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - This delicious summer veggie dish is a terrific choice to bring summer flavors to any picnic! - [Artichoke Heart Pasta Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/artichoke-heart-pasta-sauce-zmaz15szaeva/) - Add a tasty twist to your pasta with this easy and delicious artichoke heart pasta sauce recipe. - [Kale Chips Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/kale-chips-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Enjoy this recipe for lightly spiced and delicate kale chips. - [Fermented Water Kefir Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fermented-water-kefir-recipe-zerz1804zmcg/) - Prepare this easy fermented water kefir for a refreshing beverage full of probiotics and with a lower sugar content than your average juice. - [Green Tomato Enchilada Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/green-tomato-enchilada-sauce-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Make nontraditional green tomato enchilada sauce to use fresh in a variety of Mexican dishes, or to freeze for later. - [Tomato Tarragon Bisque Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tomato-bisque-zmaz12uzfol/) - This tomato bisque can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it perfect year round. - [Late Summer Succotash and Confit Heirloom Tomato Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/summer-succotash-recipe-zmaz14fzsbak/) - Suffering Succotash! Check out this summertime succotash recipes with heirloom tomato slices. - [Vegetable Tempura with Thai Basil Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegetable-tempura-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - These ingredients make for a delicious twist on standard tempura. - [Miso-Glazed Turnips and Snow Peas](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/miso-glazed-turnips-and-snow-peas-zmrz17szfis/) - The flavor of snow peas pairs beautifully with salad turnips and tangy miso in this light springtime dish. - [Grandma Nellie's Garden Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garden-soup-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - This pot of soup can be customized to fit any family’s palette. - [Cucumber Salsa Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cucumber-salsa-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - An easy-to-make cucumber salsa recipe with the option of adding watermelon for extra summer flavor. - [Snake Gourd and Bitter Melon Stir Fry](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/snake-gourd-stir-fry-zerzw13zcbru/) - This wonderfully spiced Indian dish gives stir-fry an new mix. - [How to Boil and Roast Peanuts](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-boil-and-roast-peanuts-zm0z17fzkin/) - Learn how to make boiled or roasted peanuts with these simple recipes. - [Roasted Beet and Turnip Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/roasted-beet-and-turnip-salad-zmrz18fzsphe/) - This filling salad of roasted root vegetables is the perfect dinner for fall and winter. - [Classic French Ratatouille Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/classic-french-ratatouille-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Feel like an artisan French chef when you follow the recipe for this classic vegetarian dish! - [Marinated Spinach Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/marinated-spinach-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Marinated spinach with leeks makes a wonderful addition to a Japanese bentō, a traditional lunch. - [Black Bean and Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/black-bean-heirloom-tomato-salad-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Take a break from the heat and put those summer vegetables to use with this tasty Black Bean and Heirloom Tomato Salad. - [Crab Apple Chutney](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/crab-apple-chutney-ze0z1805zcoy/) - Make this chutney for dipping, topping, or as the base to a Curried Crab Apple Sauerkraut Salad. - [Pumkin Halva Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumkin-halva-recipe-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This recipe for Pumpkin Halva mirrors a delicious Eastern confection. - [Habanero Crab Apple Jelly](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/habanero-crab-apple-jelly-recipe-zerz1805zcoy/) - Kick up your jelly with habanero and crab apples. - [Love-in-a-Mist Lotion Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/love-in-a-mist-recipe-zm0z18wzpop/) - Traditionally, this lotion was intended for the upper torso, but it makes a wonderful full-body moisturizer with an appealing aroma. - [Tomato Tart Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tomato-tart-zmaz12uzfol/) - Tomatoes and creamy ricotta: good in pasta, great on pizza, but perfect in a tart. - [Pickled Tomatillos Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-tomatillos-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - This easy pickled tomatillo recipe will leave you reaching in your fridge for more. - [Hollyhock Tea](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/hollyhock-tea-zmrz17uzqui/) - Hollyhock tea is refreshing on hot days and can soothe sore throats. - [Polenta Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/polenta-zm0z18uzcmar/) - Turn you homegrown, heirloom corn, into this delicious polenta. - [Triple Tomato Salsa Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/triple-tomato-salsa-ze0z1806zsphe/) - This is a great salsa to make with the tomatoes from your garden. - [Creamy Goat Cheese Artichoke and Chive Dip Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/goat-cheese-artichoke-chive-dip-zmaz15szaeva/) - This easy artichoke dip uses goat cheese and fresh chives in a recipe that's sure to leave you wanting more. - [Maude Bachman's Deep-Dish Corn Pie Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/maude-bachman-deep-dish-corn-pie-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Corn, potatoes and eggs blend deliciously together in this deep-dish corn pie that's easy to make and sure to leave you wanting more. - [Golden Milk Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/golden-milk-recipe-zmrz17szcwil/) - Like chai, golden milk uses spices to create a milky tea full of antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. - [Rosemary and Lavender Granita](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rosemary-and-lavender-granita-recipe-zmrz17uzcwil/) - Honey and herbs flavor this light, refreshing granita. - [Habenero Jelly Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/habenero-jelly-recipe-zmaz12uzfol/) - Spice up your canning with this Habenero Jelly Recipe! - [Pickled Red Cabbage Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-red-cabbage-recipe-zmaz16szsbak/) - This delicious pickled 'Red Express' cabbage recipe is a must for any veggie lover's pantry! - [Salsa Morada with Buena Mulata Peppers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/salsa-morada-buena-mulata-peppers-zmaz16szsbak/) - The Buena Mulata chili pepper makes an extra flavorful salsa morada with high-test heat! Are you willing to try it? - [Strawberry-Aronia-Rhubarb Refrigerator Jam Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/strawberry-jam-recipe-zm0z17fzkin/) - Learn how to transform aronia berries, which are surprisingly common in the United States, into an antioxidant-rich jam. - [White Bean Spread with Rosemary and Mellowed Garlic Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/bean-spread-recipe-zerz17wzmar/) - If fresh garlic is too strong for your taste buds, try this recipe featuring roasted garlic, which is sweeter and milder. - [Melon Compote Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/melon-compote-recipe-zmaz16szsbak/) - This medieval dish can be served as a dessert, mixed with ice cream or yogurt. It's even vegetarian! - [Monk's Loaf Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/monks-loaf-ganmodoki-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Monk’s Loaf — a type of crisp, savory, bread-like food — is similar to tofu and is an expected dish in any proper Japanese meal. - [Alexandrian Bread Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/alexandrian-bread-recipe-zmaz15szaeva/) - This emmer wheat bread recipe features emmer wheat flour and chickpea flour in a reconstruction of an ancient Mediterranean staple. - [Pesto & Heirloom Tomato Pizza Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pesto-pizza-recipe-zmaz12uzfol/) - This flavorful homemade pesto & heirloom tomato pizza will make you never want delivery again. - [Glazed Pumpkin Bread Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumpkin-bread-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Pumpkin is a classic winter squash that goes well with anything in the kitchen. Try making this tasty, lemon-glazed loaf of bread with it! - [Oven-Dried Tomatoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/oven-dried-tomatoes-recipe-zmrz17uzqui/) - Preserve large quantities of your crop by drying tomatoes in your oven, and store them in olive oil in the fridge for a ready accent to many dishes. - [Blackberry Jam Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/blackberry-jam-recipe-zmaz12uzfol/) - This simple blackberry jam recipe is a simple way to dip your foot into the world of canning. - [Grape Jelly Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/grape-jelly-recipe-zmaz12uzfol/) - This grape jelly is a classic way to enjoy the fuit of your garden long after the harvest is over. - [Homemade Applesauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/homemade-applesauce-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Smooth or textured, spiced or sweetened, use this recipe to create the perfect applesauce for your particular palette. - [Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/homemade-pumpkin-pie-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - As the story goes, Hazel Dickinson baked lots and lots of different pumpkin pie recipes for Libby’s plant, some better than others, and at some point perfection was reached. That recipe became part of canned pumpkin history and remains on the can to this day. - [Chileatole Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/chileatole-recipe-zmrz17szcwil/) - Spicy, rich chileatole is traditionally given to women after childbirth to give them strength. - [Fried Potatoes Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fried-potatoes-recipe0zmaz14fzfol/) - This Fried Potato Recipe was a favorite in the Amana Colonies, served multiple times a week to take advantage of an abundant potato supply. - [Cabbage Slaw with Asian Pesto Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cabbage-slaw-asian-pesto-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - This tasty cabbage slaw with Asian pesto makes a great side dish to any of your favorite summer meals. - [Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spaghetti-squash-lasagna-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Try this delicious lasagna recipe made with a fresh fall twist. - [Pear and Parsnip Muffins with Rosemary](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/parsnip-muffins-zmrz16wzqui/) - Combine fresh parsnips and pears in these sweet-and-savory parsnip muffins. - ['Fish' Pepper White Sauce](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fish-pepper-white-sauce-zmrz17uzcwil/) - The ‘Fish’ pepper adds heat to this white sauce, which makes a spicy topping for seafood dishes. - [Three Sisters Salad with Hulled White Corn Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/three-sisters-salad-recipe-zmaz15wzsbak/) - This delicious recipe is a delightful mix of squash, corn, beans, and spices, a perfect veggie side dish. - [Vegetarian Borscht Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegetarian-borscht-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Want to add a bit of diversity to your Christmas dinner? Think about this Ukrainian vegetarian borscht recipe. - [Preparing Horseradish](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/preparing-horseradish-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Learn to prepare the root known for bringing the heat, horseradish. - [Spiced Pear Compote Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pear-compote-recipe-zmrz16wzqui/) - Try out this recipe with fresh pears and spice up a gathering or an everyday breakfast. - [Simmered Shiitake Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/simmered-shiitake-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Simmered Shiitake mushrooms are a delicious addition to a traditional Japanese bento. - [Simple Pawpaw Ice Cream Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/pawpaw-ice-cream-zm0z16fzbre/) - This three-step pawpaw ice cream recipe is sure to turn pawpaw season into your favorite time of year! - [Massaged Kale Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/massaged-kale-salad-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This massaged kale salad recipe, is fresh, sweet and delightfully crisp. - [Fever Chai with Spicebush](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/fever-chai-recipe-zmrz17szfis/) - Relieve typical fever symptoms, or make without milk to soothe fever caused by respiratory illnesses. - [Local Sorrel Tabbouleh Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/local-sorrel-tabbouleh-zmrz18szphe/) - Sorrel’s lemony flavor shines in this refreshing tabbouleh recipe. - [Persimmon Corn Muffins Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/persimmon-corn-muffins-recipe-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Introduce your family to a new favorite side dish with persimmon corn muffins. - [Ukrainian Christmas Cake Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/ukrainian-cake-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Try out this delicious Ukrainian cake recipe—includes poppy seeds, walnuts, and dates—resulting in a vegan Christmas dish. - [Syrian Eggplant Caviar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/syrian-eggplant-caviar-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Too many eggplant recipes to choose from? Try this very popular Syrian eggplant caviar recipe, a regional delicacy. - [Crostini with Marinated 'Delicata' Squash, Grilled Radicchio, and Ricotta Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/crostini-recipe-zmaz14fzsbak/) - You really can’t go wrong with crostinis and its simplicity and combination of good local seasonal ingredients. - [Hyssop and Elderberry Tea Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/hyssop-and-elderberry-tea-zmaz16szfis/) - Hyssop works both as a strong flavoring in various dishes in the kitchen, or as a syrup, tincture, or essential oil to treat ailments from upper respiratory issues to bruises — this tea not only tastes good, but provides health benefits. - [Slow Cooker Black Bean Butternut Squash Chili Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/black-bean-butternut-squash-chili-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Enjoy this healthy and delicious chili made with black beans and butternut squash. - [Nasturtium Capers Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/nasturtium-capers-recipe-zmrz16wzmar/) - You can pickle young nasturtium seedpods and use them as capers in recipes. - [Basic Veggie Pasty Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/basic-veggie-plasty-recipe-zmaz16szsbak/) - Learn how to make a delicious veggie pasty — a folded potpie — with heirloom vegetables. - [Shiso Tea](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/shiso-tea-zmrz16wzkin/) - Shiso tea is an herbal drink that’s refreshing served hot or cold. - [Rose Water Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rose-water-recipe-zmrz17szfis/) - Delightful rose water can be a flavorful culinary addition, a great base for beauty products, or a natural freshener for air and linens. - [Cauliflower ‘Couscous’ with Peas, Mint, and Feta](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cauliflower-couscous-zmrz17szfis/) - Light, refreshing, and delicious, this cauliflower couscous makes for an easy dinner. - [Sweet Pan Fried Delicata Squash Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sweet-pan-fried-delicata-squash-zerz1802zphe/) - Warm yourself from the inside out with a glazed delicata squash. - [Sumac Lemonade Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sumac-lemonade-zm0z16fzqui/) - Use fresh or dried sumac fruits to make this refreshing sumac lemonade. - [Basic Leek and Potato Schales Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/basic-leek-and-potato-schales-recipe-zmaz14fzsbak/) - This is a “classic” potato-and-leek schales recipe as prepared in Pennsylvania Dutch country. - [Butternut Squash Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/butternut-squash-soup-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Full of plenty of vegetables in addition to the squash, this soup recipe is not only natural and healthy, but creamy and delectable. - [Honey-Roasted Squash Rings Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/honey-roasted-squash-rings-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This treat is sure to please at any Fall get together. - [Honeysuckle Syrup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/honeysuckle-syrup-recipe-zmrz17szfis/) - Making your own syrup from sweet honeysuckle is a great way to utilize these abundant spring blossoms. - [Hawthorn, Aronia, and Elderberry Jelly Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/hawthorn-jelly-recipe-zmrz18szphe/) - Beautiful red-orange hawthorn jelly is delicious and good for you. - [Curry Scones Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/curry-scones-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - These scones are a savory alternative to their sweeter counterparts, but the right spread will make them a hit with anyone. - [Pickled Martynia with Hot Peppers Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-martynia-with-hot-peppers-recipes-zmaz14wzsbak/) - This pickled Martynia recipe results in a sweet-and-sour pickle that has been in American cookbooks for nearly two centuries. - [Red Red with Fried Plantains Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/red-red-fried-plantains-zmaz13uzaeva/) - A traditional Red Red recipe featuring black eyed peas and a side of fried plantains. - [Long Creek's Lemon Balm Cookies Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/long-creeks-lemon-balm-cookies-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Enjoy the fresh taste of the lemon balm herb in these easy-to-make lemon balm cookies. - [Fermented Chutney Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fermented-chutney-recipe-zerz1804zmcg/) - Enjoy the probiotic benefits of this fermented chutney recipe. - [Basil Rose Pesto Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/basil-rose-pesto-recipe-zmaz16szsbak/) - This pesto is delicious on pasta dishes, or spread on bread with fresh tomato slices, cucumber, and lettuce for an excellent sandwich. - [Pasta with Shiitakes and Coconut Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pasta-with-shiitakes-zmaz12fzfis/) - Looking for a simple, unique, vegetarian meal? Look no further than this pasta, topped with sliced mushrooms and sweet, tangy coconut sauce. - [Turmeric Golden Beet Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/turmeric-golden-beet-salad-zmrz18szphe/) - Try both variations of this cold salad, which lends itself to experimentation. - [Brussel Sprout Sauerkraut Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/brussel-sprout-sauerkraut-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Follow these tips and tricks for how to make Brussels sprout sauerkraut, including a variety of ways to serve your delightful pickled creation. - [Vegetarian Vareniki Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vareniki-recipe-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Add this Ukrainian recipe of vegetarian vareniki, with sauerkraut filling, to your Christmas Eve dinner to bring more culture to the table. - [Fermented Carrots with Miso Walnut Dip Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fermented-carrots-with-miso-walnut-dip-zerz1807zsphe/) - Make these veggie sticks and dip for a snack or next time you need an appetizer, they are tasty and good for your stomach health. - [Cuban Rice and Beans Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cuban-rice-and-beans-recipe-zmaz15fzcwil/) - Use brown rice in this Cuban-style rice and beans recipe for extra nutrition and flavor. - [Warm Autumn Vegetable Salad with Sage Lime Citronette Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegetable-salad-recipe-zmaz14fzsbak/) - Get your veggie fix this fall with a really healthy vegetable salad with a sage and lime citronette! - [Heirloom Broccoli and Potato Casserole Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/broccoli-and-potato-casserole-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - Broccoli may not be everyone’s go-to comfort food, but, thanks to this casserole, it will be soon. - [Apple Nut Cookies Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/apple-nut-cookies-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Healthy and sweet, these cookies are perfect for your favorite healthy apple varieties, while still satisfying your sweet tooth. - [Green Tomato Relish Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/green-tomato-recipe-zerz18fzsphe/) - You can process this green tomato relish coarsely or finely as you like. - [Four Thieves Vinegar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/four-thieves-vinegar-recipe-zm0z18wzpop/) - Get into the zing of things with this tangy and healthful vinegar. - [Sweet Potato-Rosemary Biscuits Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sweet-potato-rosemary-biscuits-recipe-zmaz13wzsbak/) - Try this sweet potato and rosemary biscuit recipe using the produce from the garden for a twist on the typical dinner biscuits. - [Squash and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-stuffed-pasta-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Cheesy, stuffed pasta will delight anyone who eats it, not to mention you could swap out the pumpkin or butternut squash with whatever squash most appeals to you. - [Maple Brussels Sprouts with Tempeh Bacon Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/maple-brussels-sprouts-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - While Brussels sprouts may not seem like a fan favorite, the crispy texture and complementary flavors will encourage anyone to give them a shot. - [Japanese Dashi Recipe Using Shiitake Mushrooms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/shiitake-mushroom-dashi-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Learn how to make one of the fundamental dishes to any Japanese meal — dashi, a tea-like broth — with Shiitake mushrooms. - [Homemade Quince Salsa Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/quince-salsa-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - This recipe has all the sharp deliciousness of homemade salsa, made unique by the savory addition of fruiting quince. - [Homemade Cheese Spread Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/homemade-cheese-spread-recipe-zerz1804zmcg/) - Serve this easy homemade cheese spread at all of your summer gatherings for a delicious appetizer to top off your favorite crackers, bread, and more! - [Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tomato-salad-zmaz12uzfol/) - This simple and quick salad is so delicious your taste buds will think you slaved away in the kitchen for hours. - [Cornbread Muffins Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cornbread-muffins-recipe-zmaz13wzsbak/) - Try this neat way to make cornbread in pre-portioned sizes perfect for any winter soup or chili. This cornbread muffin recipe also uses healthy ingredients! - [Squash Gnocchi Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-gnocchi-recipe-zm0z17fzmar/) - The sage butter in this pumpkin gnocchi recipe imparts a savory flavor to balance out the squash’s natural sweetness. - [Colorful Winter Citrus Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/colorful-winter-citrus-salad-ze0z1802zphe/) - Add vibrant colors to your table with the plant-based ingredients in this salad. - [Amazing Corn Pancakes Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/amazing-corn-pancakes-recipe-zm0z17fzmar/) - Use cornmeal made from ‘Floriani Red Flint’ or any other grain corn to make these soft, nutritious pancakes. - [Homemade Eggplant Mayonnaise Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-mayonnaise-condiment-zerz1801zols/) - Prepare your own mayonnaise for a light and a calcium packed condiment. - [Rosemary Fizz Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rosemary-fizz-recipe-zerz1807zpop/) - Make this sweet-tea fizz to add a kick of flavor to your next house party. - [Roasted Delicata Squash and Red Onion Hummus Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/roasted-delicata-squash-red-onion-hummus-ze0z1808zsphe/) - Try something new with the delicata squash you grew in the garden this summer season, and make a roasted squash hummus. - [Persimmon Oatmeal Cookie Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/persimmon-oatmeal-cookies-recipe-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Satisfy your cookie cravings with fluffy persimmon oatmeal cookies. - [Indian Chutney Made with ‘Udumalbet’ Eggplant Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-chutney-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Try this quick and easy Indian eggplant chutney recipe using ‘Udumalbet’ eggplants! - [Grilled Eggplant Skwers with Peanut Nerimiso Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-nerimiso-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - A delicious centerpiece for any Japanese meal is a grilled eggplant kabab with peanut sauce! - [Sorrel Purée and Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sorrel-puree-sauce-zmrz18szphe/) - Sorrel purée is a tasty addition to many dishes, and you can easily transform it into a smooth sauce for meat, poultry, or fish. - [Kale Pesto Recipes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/kale-pesto-zerz1807zsphe/) - This pesto has a very strong and a distinct flavor, it can be paired with noodles for a quick dinner or on crackers for a snack or appetizer. - [Squash and Apple Soup with Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-apple-and-cranberry-soup-recipe-zerz1809zcoo/) - Make a creamy and flavorful soup using squash and tart crab apples that grow in backyards and farm fields. - [Refrigerated Rhubarb Pickles](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rhubarb-pickles-zmrz17szfis/) - After these pickles sit in the fridge for a day or two, they become the perfect tart and tangy complements to meats and cheeses. - [World’s Best Cornbread Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/worlds-best-cornbread-recipe-zm0z17fzmar/) - Enjoy ‘Floriani Red Flint’ grain corn in this classic American bread. - [Chicken and Root Vegetable Casserole Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/easy-chicken-casserole-recipe-zmrz17wzmar/) - Roasted root vegetables shine in this easy casserole recipe. - [A Gypsy Favorite: Catouns, or Grilled Eggplant, Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/gypsy-catouns-grilled-eggplant-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Gypsy food is influenced by many cultures and foods; a favorite being grilled eggplant, almost burned, called "catouns." - [Horseradish Mashed Potatoes Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/horseradish-mashed-potatoes-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Try this mashed potato recipe and enjoy the a combination of horseradish and butter for an tantalizing dish. - [Pumkin Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumkin-soup-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This recipe for pumkin soup has a deep and savory flavor, it's the perfect thing to warm you up on a cool fall day. - [Dandy Tummy Bitters Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/bitters-recipe-zm0z16wzfol/) - These homemade bitters with fennel seeds and dandelion root should be taken before or after a meal to help stimulate digestion. - [Herbes de Provence Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/herbes-de-provence-zmrz18fzsphe/) - This spice blend for Herbes de Provence is easy to make and adds delicious flavor to a variety of dishes. The individual seasonings can be adjusted for personal preference. - [Pan Seared Baby Bok Choy Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/baby-bok-choy-recipe-zmaz15fzcwil/) - Pan searing is a perfect preparation for tender greens like baby bok choy. - [Summer Squash Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-soup-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - This creamy soup can be served hot or cold — perfect for warm summer evenings or cool fall days. - [Sorrel-Strawberry Sorbet Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sorrel-strawberry-sorbet-zmrz18szphe/) - The crisp, bright flavors of sorrel and strawberries dominate this light frozen treat, which you can make as smooth as gelato or as crunchy as a granita. - [Sorrel Soup (Schav) Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sorrel-soup-zmrz18szphe/) - This simple sorrel soup recipe can be served hot or cold. - [Sankaya: Thai Pumpkin Custard Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/thai-pumpkin-custard-zmaz12wzfis/) - This coconut custard is cooked directly inside a hollowed-out pumpkin, ready to serve and beautiful to display as soon as it sets. - [Naan with Ghee, Garlic, and Cilantro Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garlic-naan-recipe-zerz17wzmar/) - A basket of fresh-baked naan brushed with garlicky ghee is the perfect complement to just about any meal. - [Jeweled Saffron Quinoa Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/jeweled-saffron-quinoa-zmrz18uzsphe/) - Light and flavorful saffron quinoa studded with chopped vegetables and fruits makes a beautiful side dish inspired by Middle Eastern and North African jeweled rice recipes. - [Indigenous Tacos Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/indigenous-tacos-recipe-zerz1809zcoo/) - Enjoy a delicious and healthy alternative to fast food Indian tacos with this authentic recipe for Indigenous tacos. - [Lovage & Turkey Meatball Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/lovage-and-turkey-meatball-soup-recipe-zm0z18wzpop/) - Enjoy this homemade soup for the fall season, full of the ancient lovage herb and inspired by the dish’s Romanian roots. - [Rustic Country Bread](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rustic-country-bread-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This basic loaf if a great introduction to no-knead bread. - [Rustic Plum Tart Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rustic-plum-tart-zmrz16wzmar/) - Known in France as “tarte aux mirabelles,” this rustic tart is traditionally made with fresh, ripe mirabelle plums. - [Brazilian Garlic Collards Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garlic-collards-recipe-zmrz17szcwil/) - Whip up these garlicky collard greens for a quick side dish that’s healthy, too! - [Nettle Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/nettle-soup-recipe-zmrz18szphe/) - Take advantage of abundant wild nettles in spring with this nutrient-packed soup recipe. - [Easy Scottish Cheese Scones Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/scottish-cheese-scones-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - Make Scottish cheese scones from this tried and true recipe, which has been passed down from mother to daughter. - [Asian-Style Shiso Salad](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/shiso-salad-zmrz16wzkin/) - Try cooking with shiso with this recipe for a flavorful, colorful salad. - [Warm Sprouted Peas and Broccoli Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sprouted-peas-broccoli-salad-recipe-zerz1801zols/) - Prepare sprouts in a conventional manner by wilting vegetables in fat of your choice. - [Potato Salad with Horseradish Mayonnaise](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/potato-salad-horseradish-mayonnaise-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This recipe for horseradish potato salad is a perfect twish to a potluck staple. - [Peanut Fruit Roll Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/peanut-fruit-roll-recipe-zm0z17fzkin/) - This old-fashioned peanut recipe combines peanuts with dried fruit, sugar, and cream. - [Meyer Lemon Ricotta Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/meyer-lemon-ricotta-recipe-zerz17wzmar/) - The delicate flavor of Meyer lemons complements light-textured ricotta cheese, delicious in desserts and savory dishes alike. - [Root Beer Tea Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/root-beer-tea-recipe-zm0z18uzsphe/) - This tea has all the flavor of root beer, and can ease some health complaints. - [Roasted Golden Beets with Arugula and Pistachio Goat Cheese Recipe.](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/roasted-golden-beets-arugula-pistachio-goat-cheese-recipe-zmaz15szaeva/) - Baker Creek Chef Quintin Eason's recipe for a spring salad uses golden beets and goat cheese to give this dish a colorful, tasty appearance. - [Shiitakes with Lentils & Rice Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/shiitakes-with-rice-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - The shiitakes, served over the lentil-rice blend with a few pecan pieces, makes a tasty and filling meal. Combine with the fresh veggies for even more flavor. - [African Peanut Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/african-peanut-soup-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Intrigue your tastebuds with the rich flavors and interesting spices used in this African peanut soup recipe. - [Quick Ratatouille Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/ratatouille-recipe-zerz1801zols/) - Prepare fresh or freeze to preserve summer’s wealth of hearty vegetables. - [Spicy Fruit Smoothie Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spicy-fruit-smoothie-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Add a bit of spice to your fruit smoothie with the addition of chili powder. It tastes great and is guaranteed to warm the body on a cool, crisp fall or winter day. - [Kimchi Made with 'Hilton' Chinese Cabbage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/kimchi-made-with-hilton-chinese-cabbage-zmaz16szsbak/) - Make some delicious Korean kimchi, or "kimchee," using Napa cabbage. The longer you let it set, the spicier it gets! - [Italian Eggplant Gratin](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-gratin-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Check out this cheesy eggplant gratin recipe made with ‘Prosperosa’ eggplant from Tuscany, Italy! It is sure to please! - [Pickled Ginger Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-ginger-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Pickled ginger is the perfect side dish and condiment for any traditional Japanese meal. - [Persimmon Pudding Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/persimmon-pudding-recipe-zmrz18fzsphe/) - For a sweetened comfort dessert, dive into a dish of persimmon pudding. - [Spaetzle Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spaetzle-recipe-zmaz14fzsbak/) - Try this unique and easy spaetzle recipe with Brussel sprouts, sage , and squash for an interesting vegetarian dish. - [Summer Melon Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/summer-melon-salad-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Cool off on those hot summer days and enjoy the delightful flavor of heirloom melons with this refreshing melon salad that's as good to look at as it is to eat. - [Savory Red Pepper and Rosemary Granita](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/red-pepper-and-rosemary-granita-recipe-zmrz17uzcwil/) - Use this icy, savory granita as a palate cleanser or topping to soup. - [Roasted Winter Vegetables with Garlic Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/winter-vegetables-recipe-zerz1801zols/) - Soak up the life-giving energy of summer sunrays through eating root vegetables during the winter. - [Glass Gem Posole Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/posole-recipe-zmaz16uzcwil/) - Use Glass Gem corn in this hearty posole recipe, a traditional Mexican corn soup. - [Red Pepper Hummus Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/red-pepper-hummus-zmaz13uzaeva/) - This easy-to-make hummus with garden-fresh ingredients makes a great party dip or appetizer to any meal. - [Green Tomato Chutney Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/green-tomato-chutney-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Try this easy recipe this fall with all those green stragglers leftover in your garden. - [Corn Pancakes Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/corn-pancakes-zm0z18uzcmar/) - With the right whole-grain corn, these corn pancakes burst with flavor even when left undressed by sweet syrups and jams. - [String Beans with Herb Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/string-beans-recipe-zmaz14fzfol/) - This recipe combines green and yellow string beans in a dish originally enjoyed in the Amana colonies. - [Pumpkin-Maple Muffins Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumpkin-maple-muffins-recipe-zmaz13wzsbak/) - This healthy fall pumpkin-maple muffin recipe will stand out from all of the other pumpkin recipes of the season with its healthy ingredients. - [Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/lemon-poppy-seed-muffins-zm0z16wzfol/) - Poppy seeds taste nutty and can be used in a wide variety of homemade treats, such as these lemon poppy seed muffins. - [Easy to Can Pickled Turnips Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/easy-to-can-pickled-turnips-zerz1802zphe/) - Pickled turnips ready to eat in one week, perfect for salads, sandwiches or as a side dish. - [Vegetable Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegetable-soup-recipe-zmaz14fzfol/) - Adapt this traditional Amana colony soup recipe to whatever vegetables are on hand. - [Roasted Garlic and Onion Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garlic-and-onion-soup-zmrz16wzmar/) - This aromatic soup combines the pungent flavors of onion and roasted garlic. - [Quick Southern-Style Collards Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/southern-collards-recipe-zmrz17szcwil/) - Southern-style is the classic way to prepare collard greens, with crumbled bacon mixed in. - [Turnip-Green Pesto Pizza](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/homemade-pizza-zmrz17szfis/) - Incorporate the whole turnip plant into this delicious homemade pizza. - [Peach and Lemon Verbena Granita](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/peach-and-lemon-verbena-granita-recipe-zmrz17uzcwil/) - Fresh summer peaches are enlivened with lemon verbena in this recipe. - [Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/stuffed-acorn-squash-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Scooping out the soft insides of the squash is the most consuming part of this recipe, and even that is simple. Everything else is a snap! - [Quince Salsa Wrap Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/quince-salsa-wrap-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Wraps are all the rage. Salsa goes with everything. Quince is unique and delicious. Three great reasons to try this sandwich for lunch. - [Hazelnut Maple Sorbet Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/hazelnut-maple-sorbet-recipe-zerz1809zcoo/) - Make a delicious and simple hazelnut maple sorbet, perfect on its own or when paired with a cookie. - [Chicken and Corn Potpie Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/chicken-and-corn-potpie-zm0z18wzpop/) - Enjoy a comforting meal of traditional fare with this Pennsylvania Dutch style potpie, featuring the quirky addition of lima beans. - [Tomato and Mozzarella Bites Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tomato-and-mozzarella-zmaz12uzfol/) - This tomato and mozzarella bites recipe makes for a quick, easy, and delicious appetizer. - [Carrot and Daikon Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/carrot-daikon-salad-zmaz14uzsbak/) - This stunning orange and white Japanese salad is the perfect addition to any Japanese-themed meal. - [Scottish Tomato Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/scottish-tomato-soup-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - This creamy, well-seasoned soup can include a hint of Scotland if you serve it with a pitcher of heavy cream for your guests to add at will. - [Farmhouse Nishimi Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/nishimi-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - A celebratory favorite in Japan brings a hearty mix of vegetables and flavors; Nishimi is a must-try recipe. - [Salsa Verde with Avocado Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/salsa-verde-avocado-zmaz13uzaeva/) - This salsa verde recipe uses tomatillos and avocado to create a salsa that's tangy, green and garden fresh. - [Sautéed Snow Peas Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sauteed-snow-peas-recipe-zmrz17wzmar/) - Fresh snow peas are the star of this crunchy, flavorful side dish recipe. - [Cheesy Fried Green Tomato Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cheesy-fried-green-tomato-recipe-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Grated hard cheese in the breading for these fried green tomatoes adds rich flavor and helps keep the crusts together. - [Sriracha Hot Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sriracha-hot-sauce-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Try to make your own Sriracha hot sauce using jalapeno and or cayenne peppers! - [Shiso Seasoning](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/shiso-seasoning-zmrz16wzkin/) - Cooking with shiso seasoning can bring the herb’s distinct flavor to any savory dish. - [Spring Sarsaparilla Shoots Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sarsaparilla-shoots-recipe-zmrz18uzsphe/) - Spring Sarsaparilla Shoots Recipe - [Garden-Fresh Drizzle Vinegar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garden-fresh-drizzle-vinegar-recipe-zm0z18wzpop/) - Including fresh ingredients straight from your garden, this vinegar is the simple addition your favorite meals have been looking for. - [Classic Pesto Sauce Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pesto-sauce-zmaz12uzfol/) - Freeze this classic pesto sauce and enjoy it all year long! - [Eggplant Beignets with Goat Cheese Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-beignets-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Be adventurous and try this Turkish eggplant beignet recipe with goat cheese! - [Grated Vegetable Soup with Squash Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegetable-soup-squash-zmaz14fzsbak/) - Follow this delicious shredded Mountain Bummy squash Pennsylvania Dutch recipe for a very good healthy soup. - [Spiced Quince in Syrup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spiced-quince-in-syrup-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - This sweet fruit syrup can be used in winter compotes, tarts, pies, or as an accompaniment to other desserts such as ice cream. - [Carrot-Pineapple-Banana Bread Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/carrot-pineapple-banana-bread-recipe-zmaz13wzsbak/) - Made with healthy alternative ingredients, this carrot, pineapple, and banana bread recipe is a naturally sweet veggie and fruit hybrid worthy of a chance. - [Saffron Custard Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/saffron-custard-zmrz18uzsphe/) - Serve this beautiful, pale-yellow saffron custard recipe with a dusting of cinnamon, or enjoy it plain. - [Curried Crab Apple Sauerkraut Salad](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/curried-crab-apple-sauerkraut-salad-zerz1805zcoy/) - Go ahead and make a big batch of this recipe. This Sauerkraut Salad will keep in the fridge for a month. - [‘Gilfeather’ Turnip Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/gilfeather-turnip-soup-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Turn Vermont’s unique state vegetable into a hearty soup — the perfect way to enjoy the ‘Gilfeather’ turnip’s unique and creamy flavor. - [Ginkgo Memory Tea Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/gingko-memory-tea-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Boost concentration and memory with this medicinal ginkgo tea recipe. - [Kraut Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/kraut-salad-recipe-zmaz14fzfol/) - This recipe has roots back to the Amana Colonies of Iowa who produced hundreds of pounds of sauerkraut each year to use in various dishes. - [Japanese Fried Noodles Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fried-noodles-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Ever wonder how to make those fried noodles from your favorite take-out place? Now you can. - [Byzantine Toffee Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/byzantine-toffee-recipe-zmaz12wzfis/) - Called Grouta Apostolika, this toffee inspired by medieval recipes has a chocolatey flavor than can be customized with cinnamon or nutmeg for a kick. - [Apple-Cranberry Pecan Tart Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/apple-cranberry-pecan-tart-recipe-zmaz13wzsbak/) - Give this naturally sweetened tart recipe a try and relish in the taste of a sweet and the thought of eating something healthy. - [Pan Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pan-roasted-root-vegetables-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Tossed with sea salt and ground black pepper, these roasted veggies are light and fresh can be served as a side to compliment any main dish. - [Wild Allspice Java Rub with Spicebush](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/steak-rub-recipe-zmrz17szfis/) - This sweet and spicy rub is the perfect addition to steak, brisket, or pork. - [Fresh Herb Cheesecake Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fresh-herb-cake-zerz1807zpop/) - Add fresh flavor from your herb garden to a cheesecake for a unique and natural alternative. - [Pawpaw Pudding Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/pawpaw-pudding-recipe-zm0z16fzbre/) - Cooking with pawpaw is easy! Whip up this zingy pudding recipe to teach your family and friends about North America’s forgotten native fruit. - [Carciofi alla Giudia Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/carciofi-alla-giudia-recipe-zmaz15szaeva/) - Enjoy tasty fried artichokes with this easy recipe for Carciofi alla Guidia, a well known dish in Roman Jewish culture. - [Squash Pancakse with Harvest Chutney](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-pancakes-harvest-chutney-zmaz13fzcbru/) - These pancakes are a Fall favorite at the Napa Farmhouse Inn. - [Lamb Kebabs with Red Peppers, Onions, and Pumpkin Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/lamb-kebabs-zm0z17fzkin/) - These lamb and pumpkin kebabs with yogurt sauce are a sure hit. - [Savory Red Wine Vinegar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/savory-red-wine-vinegar-recipe-zm0z18wzpop/) - Experiment with your palate by introducing this tangy homemade condiment to your next recipe. - [Pickled Eggplant Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-eggplant-zmaz12uzfol/) - Learn how to pickle an eggplant with this simple recipe. - [Parmesan-Packed Eggplant Meatballs Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/parmesan-eggplant-meatballs-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Here is a recipe for flavorful vegetarian meatballs that you can enjoy with a variety of dishes! - [Irish Colcannon Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/irish-colcannon-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This Irish colcannon recipe is perfect if you are looking for a delicious, cold-weather comfort food. - [Green Bean Kimchi Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/green-bean-kimchi-zmrz18szphe/) - This vibrant kimchi recipe uses green beans instead of the traditional cabbage and radishes. - [Stuffed Cabbage Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/stuffed-cabbage-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Want to add a new and vegan dish to your Christmas Eve dinner? Try making this stuffed cabbage dish from Ukraine. - [Apple Pie Filling Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/apple-pie-filling-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Using whatever variety of apple best suits your tastes, this recipe saves you the time of making your pie crust from scratch without sacrificing the homemade taste. - [Thai Curry and Coconut Pumpkin Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/thai-curry-coconut-pumpkin-soup-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Enjoy everyone's favorite fall fruit in this sweet yet spicy Thai Curry and Coconut Pumpkin Soup recipe. - [Spicy Beef Stew in a Pumpkin Shell](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/soup-in-a-pumpkin-zm0z17fzkin/) - Pumpkin pieces are at home in this savory mix of tender beef, onions, tomato, and spices, which slowly cook undisturbed until serving time. - [Grilled Bread Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/grilled-bread-salad-ze0z1808zsphe/) - This easy-to-prepare salad has lots of flavors, from the slightly bitter tasting broccoli rabe to the mildly sweet tomatoes. - [Vegan Eggplant Tajine Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegan-eggplant-tajine-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Make a delicious stew of vegetarian tajine with eggplant. This healthy and vegan dish is literally a melting pot of cultures. - [Roasted Chanterelles Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/roasted-chanterelles-recipe-zmaz14wzsbak/) - This ready to impress and delicious salad recipe combines the wild taste of chanterelle mushrooms, black walnuts, and wild greens. - [Vinegared Rice Balls Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vinegared-rice-balls-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Do you want to learn how to make classic and iconic Japanese rice balls? It is easy and delicious! - [Broccoli and Cashew Nut Poriyal Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/broccoli-and-cashew-nut-poriyal-recipe-zmaz15wzsbak/) - Poriyal is an Indian recipe composed of curry leaves, coconut, lentils, broccoli, and cashews. - [Roasted Leek and Parsnip Soup with Smoky Seed Clusters](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/leek-and-parsnip-soup-zmrz16wzqui/) - Flavorful pepita seed clusters add texture to this soup recipe with parsnips, leeks, and potatoes. - [Blood Orange and Tarragon Granita](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/blood-orange-and-tarragon-granita-recipe-zmrz17uzcwil/) - Colorful blood oranges form the base of this granita. - [Crispy Sage and Roasted Garlic Risotto Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garlic-risotto-recipe-zerz17wzmar/) - Risotto is an infinitely flexible dish, and the ideal comfort food for chilly winter days. - [Pumpkin-Coconut Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumpkin-coconut-soup-recipe-zmaz12fzfis/) - Using coconut milk for flavor and pumpkin puree for creaminess, this soup is thick, well-seasoned, and perfect for fall. - [Lemon Balm Lemonade Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/lemon-balm-lemonade-recipe-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Cool off with this refreshing lemon balm lemonade — a tasty twist on the summertime favorite. - [Pumpkin Bread Recipe - Food - Heirloom Gardener](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumpkin-bread-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This pumpkin bread has a lovely savory pumpkin flavor with a hint of pumpkin-pie spices. - [Roasted Pumpkin Parmesan Polenta Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/roasted-pumpkin-parmesan-recipe-zm0z17fzkin/) - This pumpkin-infused polenta is the definition of healthy, hearty comfort food. - [Herbal Tonic Vinegar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/herbal-tonoc-vinegar-recipe-zm0z18wzpop/) - This vinegar is one of many herbal tonics, which can improve your palate and positively influence your daily health. - [Apple Fritters Recipe (Apfelkuchlein)](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/apple-fritters-recipe-zmaz14fzfol/) - This apple fritters recipe has roots in German cooking and used to be made in bulk to serve at Amana colony kitchens but it has been adapted for your home kitchen. - [Vegetarian Kutia Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/kutia-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Give this vegan Ukrainian Christmas Kutia recipe a chance if you are in need to something different and diverse to add to your Christmas Eve dinner. - [Tuna and Artichoke Heart Panini Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tuna-artichoke-heart-panini-zmaz15szaeva/) - Treat your taste buds with this easy tuna and artichoke heart panini recipe. - [Watercress and Spinach Salad Recipe with Chèvre Cheese](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/watercress-and-spinach-salad-zmrz18fzsphe/) - This simple-to-make spinach salad combines crisp spinach and watercress with chèvre cheese baked in a crumb crust, topped with a delicious dressing flavored with herbes de Provence. - [Braised Gobo Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/braised-gobo-recipe-zmaz14uzsbak/) - One of the most popular Japanese vegetable is the gobo, or the Great Burdock. It turns into a wonderful dish! - [Curried Kale Soup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/curried-kale-soup-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Use you Fall harvest of kale to create this soup that maintains the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. - [Vegetarian Quinoa and Squash Casserole Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/vegetarian-quinoa-squash-casserole-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This decadent casserole offers us the comfort food we all crave during the winter months, while keeping nutritious attributes. - [Aronia Berry Concentrate Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/aronia-berry-concentrate-recipe-zm0z17fzkin/) - This superfruit juice tastes delicious, is easy to make, and provides many healthful benefits. - [Amaranth and Applesauce Pancakes Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/amaranth-pancake-recipe-zm0z17fzmar/) - Set aside the white flour for your next batch of pancakes, and try cooked amaranth grains instead. - [Eggplant Cutlets Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-cutlets-zmaz12uzfol/) - These eggplant cutlets are the perfect addition for any pasta dish. - [How to Grow Bachelor's Buttons](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-grow-bachelors-buttons-zb0z1804/) - Growing flowers from seed can be both easy and rewarding! However, the process may be somewhat intimidating for beginner gardeners. Here are some quick gardening tips for better bachelor's buttons. - [Grow Your Own Birdseed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/zm0s12zcar/) - Keep your local birds fed and happy with home-grown birdseed. - [Plan for Less Pests with Integrated Pest Management](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/plan-for-less-pests-with-integrated-pest-management-zb0z1802/) - Pests, whether they are insects, wildlife, or plant diseases, are something all gardeners deal with. It can be especially difficult for a first-time gardener to keep up with learning if they should reach for an organic pesticide or a synthetic one. The practice of IPM, or Integrated Pest Management, teaches you how to prevent insects from even entering your garden with some thoughtful preplanning of your garden so that you don't have to use any spray at all! - [The Colors of Autumn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-colors-of-autumn-zb0z1609/) - Learning to prepare and use natural dyes is a simple process, especially when dyeing wool. - [Onion Skin Easter Eggs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/onion-skin-easter-eggs-zb0z1904/) - Come along with me as I learn to dye Easter Eggs naturally using red onion skins. - [Grow Your Own Peppers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/grow-your-own-peppers-ze0z1801zmcg/) - Grow these sweet and hot peppers to add flavor and variety to your garden. - [Succession Planting for Lazy Chicken Feed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/succession-planting-for-lazy-chicken-feed-zb0z2009/) - Learn how to grow and harvest a buggy crop alongside your vegetables. - [Different Types of Beans with Three Sisters Mash Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/types-of-beans-three-sisters-mash-ze0z1801zmcg/) - Learn about different types of beans and its role in Native American cuisine. - [Seed Starting with Soil Blocks & Recipes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/start-seeds-with-soil-blocks-zm0z19szhoe/) - Skip the seed-starting pots this spring, and instead plant your seeds directly in compressed blocks of soil that move easily from grow lights to garden. - [All About Cool-Climate Orchids](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/cool-climate-disa-orchids-zm0z19wzbut/) - Use this practical guide to care for and cultivate the popular Disa orchids. - [Fight Tomato Blight](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/tomato-blight-zmaz12uzfol/) - Learn to combat that tricky tomato blight. - [Heirlooms and Herbals](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirlooms-and-herbals/) - This series, hosted by Joanne Bauman, takes an in-depth look at one new herb every episode. - [A Tribute to Blane Bourgeois](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/a-tribute-to-blane-bourgeois-zmaz15szaeva/) - Longtime seed saver Blane Bourgeois' life is remembered in this touching tribute that tells the story of his commitment to the preservation of heirloom seeds. - [Edible Flowers of Summer](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/edible-flowers-of-summer-zb0z2006/) - Learn which flowers can be part of your cooking in the summer, and enjoy some tantalizing recipes. - [Edible Flowers Revisited](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/edible-flowers-revisited-zb0z2009/) - There's a surprising season of delicious edible blooms ahead yet this summer and fall! - [A Guide to Commonly Available Edible Flowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/using-edible-flowers-zmaz16uzcwil/) - Dozens of common garden plants produce edible flowers; check out this guide for tips on harvesting and using them in your kitchen. - [High Glyphosate Levels Found in Common Processed Foods](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/human-carcinogen-zm0z17szfis/) - New studies show that glyphosate is a probable human carcinogen and that high levels of the chemical exist in common household products. - [Navajo Wild Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/navajo-wild-plant-zmaz15wzsbak/) - In American Southwest Indian traditions, like for the Navajo and Hopi tribes, wild plants from the region served a variety of purposes and were of great importance. - [Your Winter Garden: From Season Extension to Microgreens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/winter-garden-season-extension-microgreens-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Learn how to best continue your garden into the winter months with these winter gardening techniques; from season extension to microgreens. - [Making Pure Vanilla Extract](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/making-pure-vanilla-extract-zb0z1810/) - When it comes to dessert, nothing says “mmmm” like the subtle flavour and aroma of vanilla. Forget the bottled stuff at the grocery store, real or artificial – neither compare to the unbelievably fragrance & taste imparted by the real deal, made right in your kitchen. Two ingredients and two minutes is all you need (really!) – I guarantee you will never go back to store-bought. - [Phenology: Be Observant](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/phenology-be-observant-zm0z18wzhoe/) - Keep your eyes on changeable nature for signs it’s time to get gardening. - [New Heirloom Offerings for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/fall-heirloom-seeds-zm0z19fzbut/) - Discover the freshest heirloom releases of the season, just in time for fall. - [The ‘Gilfeather’ Turnip: A Vermont Heirloom Variety](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/gilfeather-turnip-zemz18fzsphe/) - Learn how this root vegetable’s unique appearance, taste, and history have made it a source of pride for one small Vermont town. - [Back from the Ashes: The Iroquois White Corn Project at Ganondagan](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/iroquois-white-corn-ganondagan-zmaz15wzsbak/) - Today, Native Americans are working to keep their agricultural traditions and legacies alive by operating the Iroquois White Corn Project. - [Gardening Antiques: The History Hiding in Your Potting Shed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/gardening-antiques-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Take some time to dive into the corners of your potting shed; you may discover some old garden tools and unearth some history. - [Educating Budding Herbalists](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/the-herbal-academy-zm0z17uzkin/) - Learn the art and science of plant medicine from anywhere in the world. - [When and How to Transplant Cabbage Seedlings to the Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/when-and-how-to-transplant-cabbage-seedlings-to-the-garden/) - Knowing when and how to transplant cabbage seedlings to the garden is essential to healthy plants and a successful cabbage crop. - [Holy Basil: The Zen Herb](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/holy-basil-plant-zm0z17szfis/) - Flavorful and medicinal, this unique basil is loved by gardeners and herbalists all over the world. - [When Is a Flower an Inflorescence?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/flower-inflorescence-zm0z17fzkin/) - Learn how to tell the difference between various flower structures, from catkins to corymbs. - [Chayote Growing and Profile](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/chayote-on-the-rise-zm0z20szbut/) - Learn about a Mesoamerican native and versatile squash-like fruit; that is becoming popular in U.S. garden plots and nutritious meals while learning chayote growing from fruit. - [Pinching, Deadheading, and Pruning](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/pinching-and-deadheading-zm0z17wzmar/) - Get more out of your garden by understanding and applying pinching, deadheading and pruning techniques to garden plants. Get more out of your garden by understanding and applying pinching, deadheading and pruning techniques to garden plants. - [When and How to Harvest Broccoli](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/when-and-how-to-harvest-broccoli-zb0z1806/) - Knowing when and how to harvest broccoli is essential to a successful harvest. - [What Type of Soil Do You Have?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/what-type-of-soil-do-you-have-zm0z17fzkin/) - Dig into the details of your garden soil. - [Create a Magenta Floral Arrangement for Autumn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/create-magenta-floral-arrangement-autumn-ze0z1809zcoo/) - Celebrate fall with this beautiful, magenta floral arrangement, a perfect surprise from the normal Halloween color palette. By Kiana Underwood September 2018 Color Me Floral(Chronicle Books, 2018) by Kiana Underwood is a guide for both the beginner and advanced designer interested in show stopping monochromatic floral arrangements. Including easy-to-follow how to steps for 40 arrangements, - [Winter 2012 Mercantile: Gifts and Supplies for the Season](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/winter-2012-mercantile-zmaz12wzfis/) - Find the goods to assist you in your garden, or the supplies you need for seasonal gifts and decorations. - [Fall 2018 Mercantile: Stainless Steel Rake, Dehydrator, Flower Mix, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/fall-2018-mercantile-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Make gardening a little easier with these helpful tool suggestions from our editors Fall 2018 By the Heirloom Gardener Editors Haws Stainless Steel Soil Rake When it comes to moving, spreading, and leveling soil or mulch, a good soil rake is a must-have tool. - [Herbaceous Plants with Bulbs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/herbaceous-plants-with-bulbs-ze0z1808zpop/) - Read the beginners guide to plants with bulbs, including onions and daffodils. With vibrant illustrations, Botanicum lays out the wonders in the world of botany. - [Spring 2017 Mercantile: Wheel Hoes, Harvest Baskets, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/home-and-garden-equipment-zm0z17szfis/) - Check out our editors’ favorite equipment for the home and garden this season including the Hoss Wheel Hoe, a garden hod, and Cowpots. - [Get Your Greens: Eat Weeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/get-your-greens-eat-weeds-ze0z1803zphe/) - Make a salad or toss into stir-fry, find nutrients your body needs in freshly-picked weeds. - [Summer 2018 Mercantile: Wheel Hoe, Water Bath Canner, Hand-Forged Tools, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/summer-2018-merc-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Make gardening a little easier with these helpful tool suggestions from our editors. - [Fall 2012 Mercantile: Gardening Tools](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/fall-2012-mercantile-zmaz12fzfis/) - See this season’s best tools to assist you in your gardening endeavors including seeders, waterproof boots, plant protectors, and more. - [Heirloom Apples: An American Classic](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-apples-an-american-classic-zm0z18wzpop/) - A look at the history of a Vermont apple orchard that dates back to the late 1700s, and how the orchard manager began to revive the apples trees on the sorely neglected property when a historic preservation trust acquired in in the mid-1990s. - [The Language of Flowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/language-of-flowers-zm0z16fzmar/) - Cat got your tongue? Use herbs and flowers to tell someone exactly how you feel. - [How to Braid Garlic](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-braid-garlic-zm0z17uzmul/) - Beautiful and functional, garlic braids will help preserve the harvest while adding a dash of old-fashioned charm to any pantry. - [Winter 2016 Mercantile: Best Gardening Tools](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/weck-jars-zmaz16wzkin/) - Our editors recommend their favorite garden and kitchen tools on the market, including Weck canning jars, EcoForms planting pots, heirloom paperwhites, and more. - [Plant Trial Table](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/plant-trial-table-zm0z17fzmul/) - Stay on track with your record-keeping by downloading and printing this free plant trial table to use during weekly garden observations. - [Summer 2017 Mercantile: Squeezo Strainers, Muck Boots, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/summer-2017-mercantile-zm0z17uzkin/) - Check out our editors’ favorite equipment for the home and garden this season. - [Collard Seed Packet](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/collard-seed-packet-zm0z17szcwil/) - Download and print this DIY seed packet template to save your own heirloom collard seeds. - [Downloadable Organic Remedies for Garden Pests Table](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-remedies-for-garden-pests-table-zm0z17wzmul/) - Download our convenient "Organic Remedies for Garden Pests" table. - [Heirloom Gardener Summer 2017](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/uncategorized/current-issue-heirloom-gardener/) - Read the Summer 2017 issue of Heirloom Gardener magazine. - [How to Make a Flower Press](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-make-a-flower-press-zm0z16wzkin/) - Build a simple, wooden flower press to preserve the color and integrity of your favorite plants. - [How to Make Hard Apple Cider](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-make-hard-apple-cider-zm0z17fzmar/) - Brewing hard cider from nonalcoholic, or “sweet” cider, is a simple process, and the inebriating end product is as delicious as it is intoxicating. Here are the steps you’ll follow to make hard cider of your own. - [Successfully Cure Potatoes and Squash](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/curing-storing-potatoes-squash-zm0z19wzbut/) - Cure and store fall potatoes and squash for a healthy harvest that’ll last well into winter. - [Let Your Bees Do the Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/let-native-bees-garden-zm0z19fzbut/) - Work in tandem with native bees for a bountiful and beautiful garden. - [Homemade Comfrey Plantain Salve](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/homemade-comfrey-plantain-salve-zb0z1808/) - A brief history of these wonderful healing herbs and how to make your own infused oil and salve. - [Homemade Witch Hazel Toner](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/witch-hazel-toner-zm0z17fzkin/) - Extract witch hazel bark’s naturally astringent properties to use in a refreshing and natural facial toner recipe. - [Compost Teas for Protection and Control](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/compost-teas-protection-control-ze0z1909zbut/) - Brew up some insecticidal liquid soap spray using concentrated soapwort; the saponin compounds in the soapwort will help to kill aphids and caterpillars. - [How to Get Rid of Ticks and Prevent Lyme Disease](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/prevent-lyme-disease-zm0z19uzbut/) - Practice these tick prevention strategies on your property and in your home to help prevent Lyme disease from affecting the health of your household. - [Grow and Use Fever-Breaking Yarrow](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-grow-forage-and-use-yarrow-zbspz1702zkin/) - Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is an easy-to-grow medicinal herb that can be used topically to help heal wounds and internally to break a fever. - [The ‘Bradford Family’ Watermelon](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/watermelon-zm0z18uzsphe/) - In South Carolina, the Bradford family strengthens its Southern roots by saving one of the world’s best tasting heirloom watermelons from extinction. - [How to Find Regionally Adapted Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-find-regionally-adapted-seeds-zm0z18wzpop/) - Locally produced seed is the root of garden glory for growers in diverse bioregions; here’s how to find seed producers near you that offer regionally adapted seed. - [The Sky's the Limit: Vertical Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-skys-the-limit-vertical-gardening-zb0z2006/) - Make efficient use of your garden space by growing vertically, as well as traditionally. - [Lessons in Intercropping](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/lessons-in-intercropping-zb0z2005/) - Intercropping is a fascinating way to garden. Learn about our mistakes and what we learned from them. - [Edible Flowers of Spring](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/edible-flowers-of-spring-zb0z2004/) - Edible flowers will change your cooking. Let's look at the edible flowers of springtime and how to cook with them. - [Sunny Floral Desserts](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/sunny-floral-desserts-zb0z2007/) - Make mouth-watering desserts with edible flowers with these recipes and ideas for other tasty combinations. - [Garden Planner Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/garden-planner/faq/) - Garden Planner Frequently Asked Questions Free Trial and Subscription Q. Is it really free to use the Garden Planner? A. Yes, for 7 days you get the fully working version of our Garden Planner. You can create one plan and all of the advanced features, such as crop spacing and scheduling, are available. There is - [Garden Planner Privacy Policy](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/garden-planner/privacy-policy/) - Garden Planner Privacy Policy The Garden Planner is run by the company Growing Interactive Ltd, based in the UK and covered by UK Data Protection law. Security Growing Interactive Ltd takes every reasonable precaution to protect users’ information. When users submit sensitive information via the Garden Planner, their information is protected both online and offline. Sensitive information - [Garden Planner Terms and Conditions](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/garden-planner/terms-conditions/) - Garden Planner Terms and Conditions 1. General There are set out below the terms and conditions under which you may use the Garden Planner software and web pages and services on the website at http://www.motherearthgardener.com (collectively referred to as “the Service”). They should be read in conjunction with the Privacy Policy which is hyperlinked from these terms and conditions. - [Garden Planner: Design Your Best Garden Ever](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/garden-planner/vegetable-garden-planner/) - The Vegetable Garden Planner — Design Your Best Garden Ever Returning users: Bookmark this page and click the green launch button below to return to the Garden Planner login page. Growing a great vegetable garden involves juggling the needs of dozens of different crops. Some like it hot while others prefer cool spring or - [DIY Hugelkultur Planter Boxes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/diy-hugelkultur-planter-boxes-zb0z1712zmit/) - This DIY garden project combines hugelkultur in-place composting with raised bed planter box construction. - [New! Garden Planning Course](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/mother-earth-news-fair-online-zmfz2006zols/) - Get access to MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR online courses and prerecorded webinars! - [Hobby Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/hobby-gardens-zb0z1611/) - Many of us garden for food, whether to save money or because we want to know where our food comes from and how it is grown. For some, planning a garden around a hobby can be just as rewarding. - [Incan Foods: Living Artifacts in the Land of the Incas](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/incan-foods-zmaz14wzsbak/) - Join Joseph and Patrick Simcox as they make their way through the Peruvian Highlands, Andes Mountains, and explore local foods; living artifacts from the time of the Incas. - [Useful Winter Weeds: Chickweed, Bittercress and Henbit](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/useful-winter-weeds-zb0z1911/) - There are lovely winter weeds with numerous nutrition and medicinal benefits in your garden. A good example is healthy chickweed or hairy bittercress. We have identified the benefits among a few common options—chickweed, bittercress, and henbit. - [Take the Chill Out](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/take-the-chill-out-zb0z1702/) - Cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne warm the body from the inside out while providing some protection against the flu season bugs and giving the body a little nourishment along the way. - [How to Grow Your Own Shiitake Mushrooms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-grow-your-own-shiitake-mushrooms-zb0z1610/) - This blog post gives instructions on how to grow your own shiitake mushrooms on logs in about six months. - [Storing the Harvest](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/storing-the-harvest-zb0z2010/) - Feed your family all year long from the garden. - [Growing Sunflowers for Efficiency and Elegance](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-sunflowers-for-efficiency-and-elegance-zb0z1702/) - Let's reconsider the value of sunflowers, an overlooked workhorse for standout blooms in the garden, the vase, and at the market. - [Echinacea Purpurea](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/echinacea-purpurea-zb0z1608/) - Though it's still summer in the South, fall will be upon us sooner than we think, and along with it, the fight to keep our immune systems strong. Echinacea purpurea is a beautiful, easy-to-grow native plant with some evidence of success at doing just that. - [Jeweled Jars: The Usual and Unusual Suspects](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/jeweled-jars-home-canning-zb0z2009/) - Learn about the foods one woman cans each year, both the usual and the unusual, including edible flower jellies. - [Time to Plant the Winter Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/time-to-plant-the-winter-garden-zb0z2008/) - Eating from the garden in fall and winter is easy with a little forethought. Now is the time to start planting your winter garden for a bountiful harvest! - [An Abundance of Cherry Tomatoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/an-abundance-of-cherry-tomatoes-zb0z2008/) - Cherry tomato plants are known to produce an abundant crop. Learn how to preserve and use all those extra bite-sized tomatoes. - [Tantalizing Tomatoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/tantalizing-tomatoes-zb0z2007/) - Find tips for how to choose tomatoes for your garden, and discover which ones have made it to our favorites list. - [Garden to Table: Spring Treats](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/garden-to-table-spring-treats-zb0z2006/) - Enjoy the fresh bounty of your home garden with these yummy recipes for spring treats. - [The Loy Spade: An Ancient Irish Tool](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/loy-spade-ancient-irish-tool-zm0z20uzbut/) - When it comes to the art of cultivation in Ireland, you can’t simply call a spade a spade. - [Superb Serviceberries](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/suberb-serviceberries-zm0z20uzbut/) - Native across North America, this attractive, hardy, and fruitful shrub is sweet in any garden. - [How to Fight Hornworms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-fight-hornworms-zm0z20uzbut/) - Arm yourself with knowledge, a keen eye, and a few pest-control tools to hunt down and eliminate this arch nemesis of your tomato plants. - [Korean Natural Farming Basics](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/korean-natural-farming-basics-zm0z20uzbut/) - Fertilize your garden in a closed-loop system using these ancient practices that incorporate natural ingredients from your environment. - [Summer Showers Bring Maypop Flowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/maypops-hardier-passionfruit-american-fruit-zm0z20uzbut/) - Introduce this hardier relative of tropical passionfruit to your property, and enjoy beautiful blooms and delicious fruit of a native plant. - [Great Garden Plans: Made in the Shade](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/great-garden-shade-plans-zm0z20uzbut/) - This compact garden design brings colorful texture to a shady nook by utilizing ornamental plants that thrive on minimal sunlight. - [Easy Grafting for Beginners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/easy-grafting-beginners-totipotence-zm0z20uzbut/) - You can use just a few plant cells to create whole new plants through the biological trait known as totipotence. - [Homemade Organic Fertilizers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/homemade-organic-fertilizers-zm0z20uzbut/) - Create your own plant-feeding formulas, from the seed-starting to the fruiting stage, with help and inspiration from these recipes. - [Recommended Plants, Summer 2020](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/recommended-plants-summer-2020-zm0z20uzbut/) - Plant picks for gardeners who like to break new ground. - [Botanical Bulletin, Summer 2020](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/COVID-19-pandemic-seed-companies-zm0z20uzbut/) - Up-to-date news on how the coronavirus pandemic has affected seed companies in the U.S. - [Build a Sun-Themed Garden Gate](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/building-sun-themed-garden-gate-zm0z20uzbut/) - Handy gardeners can make their plots a little sunnier with this attractive DIY project. - [Adaptive Gardens: Access for All](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/adaptive-gardens-access-disability-zm0z20uzbut/) - By modifying traditional gardening techniques, a non-profit has delivered the healing power of nature to its clients. - [Iris: The Rainbow Flower](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/iris-the-rainbow-flower-zb0z2004/) - Learn how to grow and care for irises, achieving rainbow flowers for months on end. - [Lazy Gardening Part Three: Growing Intensively](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/lazy-gardening-part-three-growing-intensively-zb0z2004/) - Learn the keys to intensive gardening and how to get the most produce out of a small space. - [Lazy Gardening Part Two: Growing Almost Year-Round Without Cover](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/lazy-gardening-part-two-growing-almost-year-round-without-cover-zb0z2004/) - Even in a cooler climate, you can achieve a longer growing season in your vegetable garden. Try these tips for lengthening the season—even without cover—like we did in the Mid-Atlantic. - [Make Biochar in a Burn Pit](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/garden-biochar-diy-tutorial-ze0z2003zbut/) - Ready to enrich your soil naturally? Try making your very own light and powdery biochar in a burn pit with this easy tutorial. - [Victory Gardens: Then and Now](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/victory-gardens-zmaz14fzsbak/) - Victory gardens fed citizens on the home-front during both world wars, and a modern version of this campaign is still in use today. - [6 Healthy Cooking Tips for Busy Moms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/healthy-cooking-tips-for-busy-moms-zb0z2003/) - Busy moms rarely have time to prepare healthy meals. If you’re busy with your personal blogs or as an executive, you don’t want your kids to live on unhealthy, processed food. However, there are days you feel so tired to cook a healthy meal. - [Being in Community: A Gardener's Response to Coronavirus](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/being-in-community-gardeners-response-to-coronavirus-zb0z2003/) - What does it mean to be a part of a community during a pandemic? With all the focus on protecting ourselves, how do we look out for each other? - [Lazy Gardening, Part One: Eliminating the Weeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/lazy-gardening-part-one-eliminating-weeds-zb0z2003/) - Vegetable gardening without breaking your back. How we learned to garden the lazy way while producing lots of food. - [Lavender For Dinner](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/lavender-for-dinner-zb0z2002/) - Edible flowers have been all the rage, but are often still relegated to just garnishing or for desserts. Learn to make an entire meal incorporating lavender. - [Calabacitas Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/calabacitas-zmrz20szbut/) - Enjoy this vegetable-rich dish as a nutritious pairing to a variety of meals, such as rice and beans or chile con queso. - [101 Reasons We Can or Preserve Food](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/101-reasons-we-can-or-preserve-food-zb0z2002/) - Why do you preserve food? Hear what 100's of people say are their reasons for why they preserve food. - [Lazy Composting: Let Nature Do Your Work](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/lazy-composting-let-nature-do-your-work-zb0z2002/) - Create new garden beds using lazy compost piles to rejuvenate your vegetable garden with easy homemade compost. - [The Life of a Fruit Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/fruit-tree-life-zm0z20szols/) - Cycle through the seasons of a fruit tree — from the new roots, shoots, and fruits of spring and summer — into fall and winter dormancy. - [Weed it and Reap](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/history-of-weeds-ze0z20szbut/) - The history of a gardener’s greatest enemy reveals a relationship deeper and longer than any plant root. - [Woad and Indigo](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/woad-indigo-natural-dyes-zm0z20szbut/) - A bucket of pale, crystal-green water. A skein of yarn. Combine and discover the magic blues of woad and indigo. - [Using Magnolias for Health](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/munificent-magnolias-zm0z20szbut/) - These ancient symbols of grace and strength pre-date honeybees, and their bark has long been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. - [The Lovely Lady’s Slipper](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/lovely-ladys-slipper-zm0z20szbut/) - This unusual, hardy orchid is the perfect show-stopping plant for cold-climate gardens. - [Seed Shop: New Spring Heirloom Offerings for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/spring-heirloom-seed-offerings-zm0z20szbut/) - Discover our editors’ picks for the freshest heirlooms to plant this spring. - [Make Instant Garden Beds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/make-instant-garden-beds-zm0z20szbut/) - Follow these tips for creating no-dig garden plots without any fuss. - [Pollinator Plants and Public Policy](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/pollination-plants-north-carolina-policy-zm0z20szbut/) - Learn how one North Carolina county is educating its residents about native plant species to benefit biodiversity and green infrastructure. - [Memories of Myanmar](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/memories-of-myanmar-zm0z20szbut/) - Learn about the long journey of the Karen people as they carried their seeds and culture from their war-torn country into North America. - [Recommended Garden Accessories for Spring](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/recommended-garden-accessories-spring-2020-zm0z20szbut/) - Our staff reviews high-quality products that’ll help you spring back into gardening. - [Magnolia Bark Tea Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/magnolia-bark-tea-recipe-zmrz20szbut/) - Brew this soothing magnolia bark tea, perfect before bed. - [Living Off the Land](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/living-off-the-land-zmrz20szbut/) - Forage the fresh blossoms of spring to create unique concoctions that celebrate the turn of the seasons. - [International Plant Preservation](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/international-plant-preservation-zm0z20szbut/) - Up-to-date news on Amazon "forest guardians" and floating gardens around the world. - [Double-Blooming Daffodils](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/double-blooming-daffodils-zm0z20szbut/) - Fall in love over and over again by learning tips and tricks to consistently rebloom Narcissus. - [Grow Abundant Garden Balsam](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/grow-abundant-garden-balsam-zm0z20szbut/) - Get acquainted with this long-beloved plant’s alluring appearance, varied uses, and delightful longevity in the garden. - [Heavenly Magnolia Vinegar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/heavenly-magnolia-vinegar-recipe-zmrz20szbut/) - Brighten your meals with this beautiful vinegar flower infusion. - [Growing Great Carrots](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-great-carrots-zm0z20szbut/) - Simple soil amendments and careful cultivar selection will boost your roots to their finest form. - [Bringing Back Broad Beans](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/bringing-back-broad-beans-zm0z20szbut/) - These large legumes had broad appeal in the past, and they’re once again becoming fava-rites among cool-climate gardeners. - [Significant Seeds and Special Stories](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/2019-seed-saving-exchange-zm0z20szbut/) - A seed-saving conference celebrates not only preserved plants, but also the way storied cultivars connect growers from the past, present, and future. - [Amazing Heirloom Melons](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-melons-ze0z20szbut/) - Discover two delicious melons and a few juicy details about their namesakes. - [Is Rooftop Gardening as Good as Having an Actual Garden?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/rooftop-gardening-vs-actual-garden-zb0z2002/) - In this post we discuss the thought process behind rooftop gardens, their benefits, and considerations you must make if you plan to create one. More importantly, do rooftop gardens live up to more traditional backyard gardens? - [Triangle Tops Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/triangle-top-tree-ze0z2001zbut/) - Check out this unusual Kenyan tree, whose flowers have been made into a wonderful lotion and whose leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable. - [Pitaya](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/pitaya-dragon-fruit-ze0z2001zbut/) - Curious about how dragon fruit grows? Read about the amazing cactus (pitaya) that produces this tasty fruit as well as where it grows. - [Henna](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/henna-tree-ze0z2001zbut/) - Learn more about the henna plant, which produces a natural dye; henna dye is one of the oldest cosmetics in the world, dating back to Ancient Egypt. - [Rule Breaking Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/rule-breaking-gardening-zb0z2001/) - How we broke conventional gardening rules to get to ten months of delectable home-grown vegetables. - [Backyard Buffet](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/backyard-bird-buffet-zm0z19wzbut/) - Feed your feathered friends with suet, nectar, and fruit, or entice them with one of these tasty recipes. - [The Honeyberry: A Subzero Gardening Hero](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/honeyberry-subzero-gardening-hero-zm0z19wzbut/) - Cold-hardy, tart, and sweet, with new cultivars being bred every year, the honeyberry is quickly becoming the favorite blue berry for gardeners in northern climates. - [Winter’s for the Birds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/feeding-winter-birds-zm0z19wzbut/) - Help your feathered friends when the temperatures drop with a selection of plants that’ll keep their bellies full all season long. - [Natural Dyes: Madder and Weld](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/natural-dyes-madder-weld-zm0z19wzbut/) - You’ll be “dyeing” to tinge your wardrobe with the warm reds and bright yellows produced by these heirloom plants. - [Plants of Syria: Sowing Seeds of Resilience](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/molokhia-syria-sowing-seeds-resilience-zm0z19wzbut/) - Plants from their homeland offer comfort, joy, and hope to displaced Syrian families. - [New Winter Heirloom Offerings for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/winter-heirloom-garden-offerings-zm0z19wzbut/) - Discover the hardiest heirloom seeds and bulbs to either start indoors or plant in-ground in late winter or early spring. - [Marina’s Stuffed Cabbage Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/stuffed-cabbage-recipe-zmrz19wzbut/) - Get wrapped up in a recipe for stuffed cabbage that has deep roots in one woman’s immigration story. - [Kiwis in the Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/kiwis-garden-zm0z19wzbut/) - Consider kiwis for your next garden experiment. With the right care and support, you can bring this one-of-a-kind fruit to your backyard. - [Inspired Garden Accessories](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/inspired-garden-accessories-zm0z19wzbut/) - Our staff reviews high-quality products that’ll help you celebrate with your favorite gardener this season, and start pondering your own garden plans for the upcoming spring. - [Harvest Kitchen: A Russian Heirloom Dish](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/harvest-kitchen-russian-heirloom-dish-zm0z19wzbut/) - Get wrapped up in one woman’s immigration story which takes her from Kazakhstan, to Siberia, and finally to the U.S., where her stuffed cabbage recipe still serves her well. - [Growing Naturally Green Cotton](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/growing-naturally-green-cotton-zm0z19wzbut/) - Follow the experiments of two fiber artists as they grow a nearly forgotten cultivar of cotton. - [How to Spin Homegrown Cotton](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/spin-homegrown-cotton-zm0z19wzbut/) - Dig deeper into the origins of your yarn by growing cotton plants and processing them into yarn for crafts at home. - [Community Garden: Feedback from Our Readers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/community-garden-plant-pollinators-zm0z19wzbut/) - Hear from fellow readers, gather some gardening advice, and read about treasured heirlooms in our new Community Garden corner. - [All About the Populus Genus](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/poplars-cottonwoods-aspens-zm0z19wzbut/) - Pretty poplars, aspens, and cottonwoods are much more than decorative additions to the landscape, though their beauty is famous. - [Bacteria for Pest Control](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/bacteria-pest-control-zm0z19wzbut/) - Up-to-date news on microbiological pest control being approved for agriculture, and a refuge for endangered North American apples. - [Captivating Cardoons](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/captivating-cardoons-zm0z19wzbut/) - From its showy appearance in the garden to its delicate flavor in the kitchen, this bold and beautiful plant has plenty to offer. - [Looking for Lost Apple Cultivars](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/looking-for-lost-apple-cultivers-zm0z18fzsphe/) - A present-day ‘apple detective’ connects the dots between an 1800s Washington homesteader and the rediscovery of lost heirloom apple cultivars. - [Manchineel Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/manchineel-tree-ze0z1911zbut/) - Check out the world’s most dangerous tree, nicknamed the tree of death, which is native to the tropical parts of Florida. - [Mulberry Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/mulberry-tree-ze0z1911zbut/) - Discover how a mix-up between black and white mulberry trees destroyed the fledging seventeenth-century English silk industry. - [Cacao Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/cacao-trees-ze0z1911zbut/) - Love chocolate? Check out the fascinating history behind the cacao tree and its introduction to Europe in the sixteenth century. - [Homemade Grape Drink](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/homemade-grape-drink-zerz1908zsta/) - Turn those foraged grapes into a refreshing iced drink that is slightly more wholesome than your favorite powdered drink mix. - [Heirloom Beans Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/heirloom-beans-zerz1908zsta/) - Take advantage of dried beans’ many delicious benefits by canning them so they are ready for meal action at any time. - [Green Tomato Chutney Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/green-tomato-chutney-zerz1908zsta/) - Create this fresh, spicy chutney dish with tomatoes that didn’t ripen before the first fall frost hit your garden. - [Myth of Wilderness](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/myth-of-wilderness-ze0z1907zwoo/) - Redefine the term wilderness and learn how native descriptions of natural spaces can help us better understand and combat invasive species. - [Smoked Okra Dip Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/smoked-okra-dip-zerz1907zsta/) - Read how the author relied upon memories of the women in her family preparing fried okra to create this warm, gooey dip. - [How to Sprout Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-sprout-seeds-zerz1910zwoo/) - Add a nutritional punch to your next meal by learning how to sprout your own sprouts for a high protein and vitamin topping for any food. - [The Basics of Permaculture](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/the-basics-of-permaculture-ze0z1910zwoo/) - Incorporate the innovative framework of permaculture into your garden planning for an environmentally responsible and self-regulating approach to gardening. - [Pruning Anatomy 101](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/pruning-anatomy-101-ze0z1910zwoo/) - Prune your trees more effectively using this guide explaining the basic anatomy of a tree, so that your pruning will be tailored to the needs of your tree. - [How to Select a Tree Planting Site](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-select-a-tree-planting-site-ze0z1910zwoo/) - Learn what factors to consider when deciding where and when to plant a new fruit tree, including resources on find a spot with the best sun exposure. - [Tips on Growing & Caring for Heirloom Plants in the Winter](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/tips-growing-caring-for-heirloom-plants-in-winter-zb0z1910/) - Winter is on its way. Find out how to take care of your heirloom plants during the cold weather. - [Family Foraging: Sweet Chestnut](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-foraging-sweet-chestnut-ze0z1910zbut/) - Learn to harvest sweet chestnuts with this guide, and identify the difference between chestnuts and their poisonous lookalike, conkers (horse chestnuts). - [Family Foraging: Beech Nut](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-foraging-beech-nut-ze0z1910zbut/) - Discover how to forage for beech trees and edible nuts. Peeled beech nuts can be toasted in the oven for a tasty snack. - [Family Foraging: Giant Puffball Mushroom](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-foraging-giant-puffball-mushroom-ze0z1910zbut/) - Learn how to identify and pick this unusually large, ball-shaped mushroom. You can find it in North America and Europe. - [Cucumber, Lime and Coriander-Seed Gin Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cucumber-lime-coriander-gin-zerz1910zsta/) - Stir up this fresh cocktail, whose intriguing, slightly spicy flavor will remind you of citrus peel and sage. - [Hummingbird Clearwing Moth](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/hummingbird-clearwing-moth-ze0z1910zbut/) - Check out this beautiful hummingbird-lookalike, and discover how to attract it to your garden. - [Mourning Cloak Butterfly](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/mourning-cloak-butterfly-ze0z1910zbut/) - Learn about the life cycle and habitat of the Mourning Cloak Butterfly, a beautiful yet common butterfly in North America. - [Rosy Maple Moth](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/rosy-maple-moth-ze0z1910zbut/) - Discover how to identify the charming Rosy Maple Moth, native to the eastern part of the United States. - [Roses de Pommes Tart Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/roses-de-pommes-tart-recipe-zerz1910zbut/) - Bake up this delicious strawberry jam and vanilla custard tart, beautifully decorated with roses made from Gala apples. - [Apple Syrup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/apple-syrup-recipe-zerz1910zbut/) - Whip up this popular Dutch treat! Appelstroop, or apple syrup, can be made easily with apple juice and pairs well with both sweet or savory dishes. - [All About Apples](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/all-about-apples-ze0z1910zbut/) - Learn about how the characteristics of the apple are shaped by its methods of propagation: either through cross pollination or rootstock. - [Apple Varieties](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/apple-varieties-ze0z1910zbut/) - Discover the many varieties of apples with a special focus on twenty unique and delicious varieties, including how to best prepare them. - [Pink Grapefruit and Rosemary Infused Water Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/grapefruit-rosemary-water-zerz1909zsta/) - Pair citrus with sprigs of rosemary for a revitalizing water that ensures you a perfect start to your busy day. - [Cherry and Mint Infused Water Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cherry-mint-water-zerz1909zsta/) - Let the fruit and herbs hang out together in the refrigerator for a few hours to create a fresh, revitalizing drink that will help you feel your best. - [Blackberry, Clementine and Clove Infused Water Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/blackberry-clementine-clove-water-zerz1909zsta/) - Simmer up this soothing hot water infusion during the winter months, perfect for unwinding after a long day in the cold. - [Seaweed Salad with Miso Dressing Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/seaweed-salad-miso-zerz1909zsta/) - Do your best to find kaiso mix seaweed for this dish, which is rich in texture and flavor and low on calories and carbs. - [Pickled Seaweed Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-seaweed-salad-zerz1909zsta/) - Use a type of red algae that, when cooked, has a bacon-like taste in this dish, which was inspired by the author’s pickled seaweed recipe. - [Seaweed Slaw Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/seaweed-slaw-zerz1909zsta/) - Forgo traditional store-bought coleslaw, which is laden with mayo, for this light, flavorful version that features dried dulse, fresh herbs, and yogurt. - [Stir-fried King Oyster Mushrooms Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/stir-fried-king-oyster-mushrooms-recipe-ze0z1909znad/) - Learn how to stir-fry king oyster mushrooms. Popular in Asian cooking, these meaty mushrooms are easy to handle and go well with rice or vegetables. - [Butternut Squash Boats Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/butternut-squash-boats-zerz1905zsta/) - Serve this vegan, gluten-free starter, which features a medley of flavors and textures, at your next dinner party. - [Pumpkin, Wild Rice, and Lemongrass Salad Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumpkin-wild-rice-lemongrass-salad-zerz1905zsta/) - Read why the author calls this dish — lemongrass dressing highlighting sweet roasted pumpkin — a salad of dramatic contrasts. - [Avocado and Rose Face Oil](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/avocado-rose-face-oil-ze0z1909zsta/) - Use this overnight moisturizer, made with avocado and essential oils, to treat dry skin and maybe even prevent aging. - [Pumpkin Vine Tips Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pumpkin-vine-tips-zerz1909zsta/) - Try pharsi munta ko tarkari — an authentic Nepali cuisine that combines fresh pumpkin vine tips with aromatic herbs like fenugreek and cumin. - [Pickled Pumpkin Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickled-pumpkin-zerz1909zsta/) - Preserving your fall pumpkin harvest is easy with this canning recipe that combines the luscious squash flavor with cinnamon and cloves. - [Spicy Okra with Prawns Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spicy-okra-prawns-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Wondering what to do with your okra crop this year? Try this delicious spicy okra paired with prawns for a quick and unique meal. - [Nonya Pineapple Tart Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/nonya-pineapple-tart-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Celebrate the Chinese New Year with these tasty pineapple tarts! Canned pineapple is substituted for fresh to ensure consistent flavor. - [Nangka Lemak Young Jackfruit Curry Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/young-jackfruit-curry-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Whip up this curry of jackfruit and prawns simmered in coconut milk. Add hot rice on the side for a filling meal. - [Eggplant Sambal Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eggplant-sambal-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Whip up this tasty Singaporean dish of fried eggplant and sambal (a traditional accompaniment of chillies, onions, garlic, and prawn paste). - [Grasping the Grape: Pinot Noir](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pinot-noir-ze0z1909zsta/) - Find out what makes this light-bodied red wine the world’s most popular and esteemed varietal, and why its complex personality makes it exciting. - [Grasping the Grape: Pinot Blanc](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pinot-blanc-ze0z1909zsta/) - Get the low down on the white mutation of Pinot Noir, a neutral wine that pairs well with lightly sauced white fish and roasted chicken. - [Grasping the Grape: Zinfandel](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/zinfandel-ze0z1909zsta/) - Find out why this boozy, iconic American wine technically isn’t as American as you might think, and how it got so popular in the States. - [Italian Eggplant Balls Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/italian-eggplant-balls-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Make this tasty and nutritious vegetarian meatball alternative, using eggplants, garlic, cheese, olive oil, and more. - [Delicata Squash Risotto Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/delicata-squash-risotto-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Add some tasty variation to your risotto today! Roasted, bite-sized pieces of delicata squash lend the risotto a hearty texture. - [Brown Butter Lemon Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/brown-butter-brussel-sprouts-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Can’t stand Brussel sprouts? Try them roasted with browned butter, lemon, salt, and pepper in this delicious and quick recipe. - [Baby Portobello Mushrooms with Mornay Sauce](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/portobello-mushrooms-mornay-sauce-recipe-zerz1909zbut/) - Try topping baby Portobello mushrooms with this easy-make Mornay sauce, a béchamel sauce with melted Romano cheese. - [Seedball Tutorial](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/seedball-tutorial-ze0z1909zbut/) - Make gardening portable with this tutorial for seedballs — small, clay-wrapped spheres of region-friendly seeds and compost. - [Plant Feed Preparations](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/plant-feed-preparation-ze0z1909zbut/) - Discover how to brew comfrey compost tea made with a traditional steeping method as well as an alternative method of extraction. - [Recommended Air Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/recommended-air-plants-ze0z1908zsta/) - Use this guide to determine what varieties of air plants are best suited for modern mini-gardens at home and DIY projects. - [Getting Started: Air Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/air-plants-ze0z1908zsta/) - Get a primer on beautiful air plants and learn how to provide the proper care, including watering, light, and troubleshooting. - [Four Easy Ways to Style Air Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/style-air-plants-ze0z1908zsta/) - Get out your glue gun and crystals to create eye-catching home décor and mini-gardens that feature tillandsia. - [Succulent Propagation: Off with Their Heads!](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/succulent-propagation-ze0z1909zsta/) - Learn how to save those leggy terrarium plants that didn’t get enough sunlight by giving special care to succulent leaves and stems. - [Elisabeth’s Lemon Bars Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/elisabeths-lemon-bars-recipe-zerz1908zwoo/) - Bake these wonderful, tangy lemon bars for a perfect relief from this summer’s heat. Looking to change things up? Try adding a touch of lavender. - [Baked Apple Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/baked-apple-recipe-zerz1908zwoo/) - Try making these tantalizing baked apples perfect for your fall harvest and the perfect way to bring a bit of warmth on a cool autumn evening. - [Too Many Tomatoes! Ideas on Preserving the Tomato Harvest](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/ideas-on-preserving-the-tomato-harvest-zb0z1908/) - There are a multitude of ways to preserve your tomato harvest. Don’t limit yourself to just one method as each brings something deliciously different to the table, all winter long. - [Whole Butternut Squash in a Slow Cooker Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/whole-butternut-squash-recipe-zerz1908zbut/) - Easily cook a whole butternut squash — or another large squash or pumpkin — in a slow cooker with this guide. - [Spaghetti Squash Latkes Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spaghetti-squash-latkes-recipe-zerz1908zbut/) - Transform cooked spaghetti squash into crispy, lightly salted latkes (savory pancakes) with this easy tutorial. - [Cater to the ‘Mater Burger Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tomato-bun-burger-zerz1908zbut/) - Charm your family with this fun and novel take on the burger: juicy tomato halves take the place of grain-based burger buns. - [Kick-in-the-Pants Red Chili Oil Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/red-chili-oil-recipe-zerz1908zbut/) - Infuse olive oil with dried garlic and red chile peppers; red chile oil is versatile and works nicely in Italian, Moroccan, and Mexican cooking. - [What’s the Best Underground Irrigation Method?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/underground-irrigation-methods-zm0z19fzbut/) - Author David Bainbridge offers sage advice for the best underground irrigation techniques, including buried ceramic pots for underwater irrigation, deep drip irrigation, and wick irrigation. - [Urinary Tract Infection Tea](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/urinary-tract-infection-tea-recipe-zm0z19fzbut/) - Use this goldenrod-based tea to support better urinary tract health in case of an infection. It can even be combined with prescriptions. - [The Other Side of Seed Saving: Preserving Genetic Diversity](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/preserving-genetic-diversity-zm0z19fzbut/) - Adapt your favorite cultivars to our ever-changing world by widening the genetic pool to ensure their survival. - [World’s Largest Seed Swap](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/worlds-largest-seed-swap-zm0z19fzbut/) - Join a passionate researcher on a seed-centric European trip to what may be the world’s largest seed swap. - [The Big Business of Hemp](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/hemp-big-business-zm0z19fzbut/) - Up-to-date news on the booming hemp industry, and discoveries of extreme biological endurance in melting glaciers. - [The “Fifth Season”](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/fifth-season-zm0z19fzbut/) - Even while summer fades, Jean finds fall bounty in her quiet garden, and knows there’s always time for a few end-of-season chores. - [Refrigerator Radish Quick Pickle Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/refrigerator-radish-quick-pickle-recipe-zm0z19fzbut/) - Preserve the spice of autumn radishes with this quick and simple pickle recipe. - [Recommended Autumn Garden Accessories](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/recommended-autumn-garden-accessories-zm0z19fzbut/) - Our staff reviews high-quality equipment that will help you take a load off while gardening this fall. - [Low-Effort Propagation Tricks](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/low-effort-propagation-tricks-zm0z19fzbut/) - Learn a variety of layering techniques to build up your propagation chops and grow out as many trees and bushes as you need. - [Harvest Kitchen: Staying in Season](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/harvest-kitchen-zm0z1908zbut/) - Discover the difference in your dinners when you cook with fresh, in-season ingredients. - [Goldenrod: The Wildflower with a Heart of Gold](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/goldenrod-zm0z19fzbut/) - Far from being a nuisance, sunny goldenrod offers a variety of health benefits, and hides an intriguing secret role in industrial history. - [How To Avoid Pesticide Drift in Your Organic Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/avoid-pesticide-drift-zm0z19fzbut/) - Staff scientist Emily Marquez of the Pesticide Action Network (PAN) addresses how to take action against pesticide drift by: alerting the National Pesticide Information Center, filing reports, and using the “Drift Catcher.” - [Landscapes of Resistance: Crops of the African Diaspora](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/african-diaspora-crops-zm0z19fzbut/) - Few saved seeds come with a richer history than those being cultivated by American farmers reclaiming their roots through ancestral African crops - [Goldenrod Cough Syrup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/goldenrod-cough-syrup-recipe-zm0z19fzbut/) - Soothe seasonal coughs with this quick-to-make goldenrod syrup, which will keep for weeks in the refrigerator. - [Family Heirlooms: Christmas Cactuses, Fig Trees, Hostas, and Gooseberries](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/christmas-cactus-fig-trees-hostas-zm0z19fzbut/) - Readers share tales of treasured family plants. - [Fight Inflammation with Helpful Heirlooms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/fight-inflammation-with-plants-zm0z19fzbut/) - Reduce chronic pain naturally by turning your vegetable garden into a source of low-impact exercise and anti-inflammatory bounty. - [Every Shade of Sage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/every-shade-sage-zm0z1908zbut/) - Explore the different properties of sage that make it a superb herb. - [Einkorn Waffle Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/einkorn-waffle-recipe-zm0z19fzbut/) - These einkorn waffles freeze and reheat remarkably well, so they’re ideal for making ahead. Use a toaster for the crispiest reheating results. - [Coolea Cheese Potato Dumplings with Sage Butter Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/coolea-cheese-potato-dumplings-recipe-zmrz1908zbut/) - The dumplings have a great texture — soft like little pillows on the inside, but crispy on the outside. These are accompanied by a sage butter recipe from Italy. - [Einkorn Sourdough Starter and Bread Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/einkorn-sourdough-starter-bread-recipe-zm0z19fzbut/) - Learn how to make low-gluten sourdough bread with einkorn flour, starting with a homemade starter that will keep you baking for years. - [Celery Root Soup with Hazelnut and Sage Pesto Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/celery-root-soup-recipe-zmrz1908zbut/) - In this soup, the celery root adds a celery-like flavor with nutty undertones, while the pesto gives a delicious crunchy texture and earthy flavor. - [Anise Hyssop: Herb of the Year](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/anise-hyssop-zm0z19fzbut/) - Get acquainted with the beloved herb that’s captured the attention of pollinators and people alike. - [All About Einkorn Grain](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/einkorn-grain-zm0z19fzbut/) - Low-gluten einkorn, so named for having only one grain per flower, nearly vanished in the rush to develop faster-growing, easy-to-harvest wheat strains. - [Sweet Potato and Harissa Salad](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sweet-potato-harissa-salad-ze0z1908znad/) - Harissa paste has many uses, as a marinate or as a spice for roasted potatoes. Try out this recipe for a sweet potato and harissa salad. - [Squash, Mushroom and Amaretti Panzanella](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/squash-mushroom-amaretti-panzanella-ze0z1908znad/) - Try out this recipe for a squash, mushroom and amaretti panzanella, a popular filling for ravioli and tortelli in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. - [Apricot and Cardamom Upside-down Pudding](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/apricot-and-cardamon-upside-down-pudding-ze0z1908znad/) - Learn a new method for upside-down pudding by using a frying pan in this recipe for an apricot and cardamom upside-down pudding. - [Havana Scotch Bonnet Peppers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/havana-scotch-bonnet-peppers-ze0z1908znad/) - Learn about the misconceptions around the Havana pepper and how to best grow them if you’re brave enough to take the heat. - [Capsaicin and Scoville Scale](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/capsaicin-and-scoville-scale-ze0z1908znad/) - Learn about capsaicin and the scoville scale, the science behind the burn, how it’s cultivated and the best ways to cope with the heat once you’ve taken a bite. - [The Difference Between Chili and Chile](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/difference-between-chili-and-chile-ze0z1907znad/) - Learn about the long history and fascinating origins of the chili and the chile and discover the differences between the two. - [Spanish Peppers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/spanish-peppers-ze0z1908znad/) - Learn about Spanish pepper history, growth patterns, and the use of the Hong Gochu pepper in the making of savory gochujang. - [Wild Garlic Chutney Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/wild-garlic-chutney-recipe-zerz1908zbut/) - Transform the leaves of wild garlic into a tasty chutney that will delight your guests, and save the flowers for garnish. - [Malabar Isthu with Pumpkin, Bitter Gourd & Cauliflower Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/malabar-isthu-pumpkin-recipe-zerz1908zbut/) - Make this easy, creamy, and customizable Indian stew. The bitter melon goes well with many different vegetables. - [Seed Savers Exchange’s Historic Apple Orchard](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/seed-savers-exchange-apple-orchard-zm0z19wzols/) - Learn about the orchard saving hundreds of rare apples, including many varieties intended for more than just fresh eating, for all of us here today — and help Seed Savers Exchange save them for future generations as well. - [Historic Orchard Campaign](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/historic-apple-orchard-campaign-zm0z19wzols/) - Help preserve a nationally significant and rare apple collection by supporting the revitalization and long-term security of the heritage apple varieties within the Historic Orchard at Seed Savers Exchange. - [Lemongrass](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/lemongrass-ze0z1907zbut/) - Bring lemongrass into your kitchen and garden! Learn how to grow, dry, and harvest this robust herb. - [Umbrian Wild Peas (Roveja)](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/umbrian-wild-peas-ze0z1907zbut/) - Dating back to ancient Rome, this Italian wild pea had lapsed into obscurity by the 1990s. Find out how this pea made its comeback in the culinary world. - [Bamboo Shoots](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/bamboo-shoots-ze0z1907zbut/) - Discover fast-growing bamboo shoots, a versatile resource and vital food source in many Asian countries. - [Heritage Tomatoes with Basil and Balsamic Vinegar Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/heritage-tomatoes-basil-balsamic-zerz1906zsta/) - Use just the right variety and quality of tomatoes to create this beautiful dish with loads of deep flavor. - [Grow Super Summer Salad Greens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/grow-super-summer-salad-greens-zb0z1907/) - Just because the warm weather of summer has arrived doesn't mean you have to give up your fresh salad greens. Sure, spinach and lettuce may struggle, but there are many other tasty greens that love the heat to fill your salads with. Read on and learn about five greens you can plant now that will keep you in fresh greens until this fall. - [My 2019 Garden: A Collection of Many Projects](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/my-2019-garden-a-collection-of-many-projects-zb0z1907/) - My annual gardens are collections of projects, and they're in my driveway! This is what I am up to in 2019. - [Heirloom Really Is The Perfect Word For Such Treasures](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/heirloom-is-the-perfect-word-zb0z1906/) - I've read some articles expressing displeasure with the word "heirloom" for various reasons. My view is that "heirloom" is the perfect word. Let me share my reasons with you in my first blog for Heirloom Gardener. - [Wild Cherry Jam Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/wild-cherry-jam-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Spread the taste of summer on your favorite baked goods with this jam-tastic recipe. - [Summer Heirloom Offerings for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/summer-heirloom-garden-offerings-zm0z19uzbut/) - Discover the freshest heirloom releases of the season, just in time for summer. - [Smashed Upstate Abundance Potatoes with Chili Oil Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/smashed-upstate-abundance-potatoes-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Combine this creamy and nutty potato with fresh herbs and a kick of homemade chili oil for a truly “smashing” creation. - [Spread the Wild with Summer Cherries](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/wild-summer-cherries-zm0z19uzbut/) - Learn to identify wild cherries, and even grow them in your own backyard. - [Subversive Growth](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/subversive-growth-zm0z19uzbut/) - Jean reflects on the many benefits of gardening, specifically what those tenacious tendrils teach her about herself. - [Tea Terroir: Native Bergamot](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/native-bergamot-zm0z19uzbut/) - When tariffs made imported Chinese tea too expensive for American colonists to purchase, they turned to native bee balms for tasty drinks. - [Masala Black Chickpeas Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/black-chickpea-masala-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Introduce Indian cuisine to your kitchen with this comfort food inspired recipe. - [Seeking the Best Okra Cultivars](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/best-okra-cultivars-zm0z19uzbut/) - In a World-Cup-style elimination trial of 76 okra cultivars, 15 prevailed as the most productive, beautiful, and delicious choices. - [Keeping Cats Out of the Garden Beds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/keeping-cats-out-garden-beds-zm0z19uzbut/) - Editor Caitlin Wilson offers sage advice for keeping garden beds from becoming litter boxes for cats. - [How Many Seeds Should We Save?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/seed-saving-zm0z19uzbut/) - Editorial Director Hank Will offers sage advice for seed saving to preserve the genetics of heirloom cultivars. - [Procure the Blessings of Basil](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-basil-zm0z19uzbut/) - Dig up expert advice on growing heirloom basil, the praiseworthy plant that inspires a world of flavor, healing, protection, and spiritual elevation. - [Growing Ancient Legumes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-chickpeas-zm0z19uzbut/) - Invite rich nutrients and history into your garden with chickpeas, one of the oldest crops in the cultivated world. - [Father of the Modern Tomato](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/alexander-livingston-tomato-zm0z19uzbut/) - Follow Alexander W. Livingston’s quest to transform a sour, lumpy ornamental into one of the world’s most beloved garden fruits. - [Hot Debate Over ‘Fire Cider’](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/fire-cider-debate-zm0z19uzbut/) - Updates on a trial deciding whether “fire cider” can be trademarked, the California super bloom, and how to visit the River of Five Colors in Colombia. - [Grow a Shakespeare Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/shakespeare-garden-zm0z19uzbut/) - Craft a garden inspired by the plays and poems of the bard himself — William Shakespeare — with a look back on history and a few helpful hints. - [Habanada Puree Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/habanada-pepper-puree-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Marvel at the smells and tastes of this unique Habanada pepper in an easy-to-make puree, courtesy of Row 7 Seed Company. - [Fragrant Dianthus](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/fragrant-dianthus-zm0z19uzbut/) - With their spicy scent and bold colors, these centuries-old heirloom flowers can invigorate any garden, bouquet, or meal. - [Gardening in Humid Climates](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/humid-climate-gardening-zm0z19uzbut/) - Train your eye to pounce on muggy climate plant diseases, and embrace cultivars suited for moisture and warmth. - [Family Heirlooms: Daffodils, Spitting Plants, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirlooms-plants-zm0z19uzbut/) - Readers share tales of treasured family plants. - [Edible Flower Cake Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/edible-flower-cake-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Perennially indulge in Mother Nature with this delectable, floral-infused cake. - [Does Citronella Keep Mosquitoes away?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/citronella-mosquitoes-zm0z19uzbut/) - Author Robert Pavlis offers sage advice and debunks the myths of the use of the citronella plant for repelling mosquitoes. - [Elderflowers to Market](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/elderflower-market-zm0z19uzbut/) - You might recognize elderberry as a booming, beneficial commercial crop, but don’t overlook the elderflower, which has grown into a market all its own. - [Chana Dal with Okra and Coconut Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/chana-dal-okra-coconut-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Bring a new protein packed dish to your dining table with this vegetarian recipe. - [Cuisine to Cultivar: Row 7 Seed Company Profile](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/row-seven-seed-company-zm0z19uzbut/) - Meet Row 7 Seed, a growing company that’s redefining how organic produce should taste. - [Bountiful Blossom Bagging](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/bountiful-blossom-bagging-zm0z19uzbut/) - This simple seed-saving method allows you to preserve true-to-type heirlooms while also outgrowing single-cultivar limitations on your garden. - [Cooling Wild Cherry Drink Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/wild-cherry-drink-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Quench your thirst for the taste of summer with this cherry filled beverage. - [Baked Okra Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/baked-okra-recipe-zm0z19uzbut/) - Make this summery Southern side dish for a barbecue or a fish fry, and surprise those guests who think they don’t like okra—baked okra stays crisp. - [5 Accessories to Make Gardening a Breeze This Summer](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/five-gardening-accessories-zm0z19uzbut/) - Our staff shares high-quality accessories that’ll make gardening a breeze this summer. - [Saving Seeds, Saving Cultures](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/saving-seeds-saving-cultures-zm0z19szhoe/) - This seed-keeping company doesn’t just keep heirloom plants safe from hybridization, it brings ancestral crops back to the people whose cultures kept them alive. - [Victorian Women and Their Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/victorian-women-and-their-plants-zm0z19szhoe/) - Learn how the feminine activities of gardening and flower arranging became introductions to the study of plant science for women in the Victorian era. - [Working Clay Soil for Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/working-clay-soil-for-gardening-zm0z19szhoe/) - Learn how you can work organic matter into your heavy clay soil to make gardening easier while still retaining clay’s rich minerals. - [The Bounty of Borage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-bounty-of-borage-zm0z19szhoe/) - Adding just a single borage plant to your garden will reward you with a variety of advantages all summer long. - [Soothing Violet Syrup Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/soothing-violet-syrup-zmrz19szhoe/) - Violet syrup is as beautiful as it is practical—use white sugar to keep the cough-soothing violet-infused syrup pale purple. - [Use the Right Organic Pesticide](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/use-the-right-organic-pesticide-zm0z19szhoe/) - Take control of your garden with the help of this in-depth look at a variety of organic pesticides and how to use them. - [Plenty of Peas](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/plenty-of-peas-zm0z19szhoe/) - Prepare your garden and kitchen for a plethora of peas this growing season. - [SeedLinked Is Social Media for Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/seedlinked-is-social-media-for-gardeners-zm0z19szhoe/) - Whether you’re seeking open-source seed, connection with other gardeners, or an audience to sell to, SeedLinked is the social platform for you. - [Sierra Mixe Nitrogen-Fixing Corn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/sierra-mixe-nitrogen-fixing-corn-zm0z19szhoe/) - Learn about a corn landrace developed in Mexico that supports nitrogen-fixing microbes on its aerial roots, allowing it to grow in nutrient-poor soils. - [Plant a Bug Spray Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/bug-spray-garden-zm0z19szhoe/) - Plant herbal allies to defend your family from bites and your garden from pests. - [New Rulings on Glyphosate Exposure](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/new-rulings-on-glyphosate-exposure-zm0z19szhoe/) - The first civil suit against Monsanto, now owned by Bayer AG, for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma caused by glyphosate exposure has gone to trial. - [New Heirloom Offerings for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/new-heirloom-offerings-for-your-garden-zm0z19szhoe/) - Discover your new favorite heirloom varieties just in time for spring planning and planting—we’ve found everything from daylilies to onions. - [Organic Fertilizer Options](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-fertilizer-options-zm0z19szhoe/) - Hear from “The Dirt Doctor” about some of his top choices for organic fertilizer, and how they provide vital nutrients for your plants. - [Milkweed and the Monarch](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/milkweed-and-the-monarch-zm0z19szhoe/) - Growing milkweed to attract and raise monarch butterflies is an easy and rewarding way to give nature a helping hand, and to restore the declining monarch populations. - [Medicinal and Culinary Uses for the Shy Violet](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/medicinal-and-culinary-uses-for-shy-violet-zm0z19szhoe/) - While violets’ delicate blossoms are a treat only for the observant, the plant has enjoyed a long history of medicinal and culinary use. - [Lilac Bath Oil](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/lilac-bath-oil-zerz19szhoe/) - Use fresh lilac flowers from your garden to make a luxurious bath oil that can be enjoyed year-round. You’ll want to make extra batches to share. - [How and Why to Graft Heirloom Tomatoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-and-why-to-graft-heirloom-tomatoes-zm0z19szhoe/) - Learn how to create sturdy Solanum scions by grafting tomato seedlings onto rootstock for more successful plants and better harvests. - [Growing Greener with Each Year](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/growing-greener-with-each-year-zm0z19szhoe/) - Jean anticipates the unexpected as she goes forward in 2019, looking out for those surprises in life that turn out to be just what she needs. - [Five Gardening Tools You Need This Spring](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/gardening-tools-you-need-this-spring-zm0z19szhoe/) - Learn which high-quality equipment choices for the home and garden our editors recommend this spring, including a tool bucket, a mini-torch, and more! - [Go Wild for Food](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/go-wild-for-food-ze0z19szhoe/) - Save money and prepare delicious, out of the ordinary meals by harvesting the weeds from your yard and property. - [Create a Sweet Pea Tunnel](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/create-a-sweet-pea-tunnel-zm0z19szhoe/) - Learn how easy it is to create this dreamy sweet pea tunnel yourself using willow branches and vining peas to add a little magic to your garden this year. - [‘Cocke’s Prolific’: Corn with a Comeback Story](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/cockes-prolific-corn-with-a-comeback-story-zm0z19szhoe/) - Journey to a remote farm with a group of seed savers as they rediscover and help revive a corn cultivar once thought lost. - [Contemplating Compost Accelerators](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/contemplating-compost-accelerators-zm0z19szhoe/) - Gardener and author Barbara Pleasant offers some insight into compost accelerators and if they’re worth the investment. - [Family Heirlooms: Roses, Peonies, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirlooms-roses-peonies-zm0z19szhoe/) - Heirloom Gardener readers share their stories of treasured family plants that have been passed down for generations. - [A Celebration of Lilacs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/a-celebration-of-lilacs-zm0z19szhoe/) - One of nature’s long-lived symbols of spring, lilacs bring fragrance, beauty, and nostalgia to every landscape they adorn. - [Candied Violet Flower Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/candied-violet-flower-zmrz19szhoe/) - Preserve delicate violet flowers for later use as garnishes on cakes, cookies, and confections, where they’ll be a lovely memory of spring. - [5-Star Bug Hotel](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/5-star-bug-hotel-ze0z18wzhoe/) - Turn on the vacancy sign and invite beneficial bugs into your yard or garden with this easy, DIY bug hotel design. - [The Big Idea Behind Dwarf Tomatoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/dwarf-tomato-project-zm0z18wzhoe/) - Get involved in the growing community creating half-sized plants that deliver full-sized tomatoes bursting with heirloom flavor. - [Five Principles of Soil Health](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/soil-health-principles-ze01902ztil/) - Improve your soil health using five principles: armor soil surface, improve soil health, maintain living roots and integrate animals into your ecosystem. - [Yaupon Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/Yaupon-Tree-ze0z1901zpop/) - Used to make a signature black tea by Native Americans, yaupon’s appeal as a caffeinated drink rose and fell due to an unfortunate name given to it by Europeans. - [Dragon’s Blood Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/dragons-blood-tree-ze0z1901zpop/) - An island off the Horn of Africa holds root to a tree with an ominous crown and vein-like branches that trickle a dark-red resin. The Dracaena cinnabari had bled a name for itself in history with legends of dragons and magic. - [The White Willow Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-white-willow-ze0z1901zpop/) - Despite being associated with sadness in literature and language, the willow is a resilient tree with a rich history. - [The Leyland Cypress](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-leyland-cypress-ze0z1901zpop/) - Frequently used as a natural fence between neighbors, the Leyland Cypress has become a point of contention and a status of class in suburban England. - [The Wild Apple Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-wild-apple-tree-ze0z1901zpop/) - Kazakhstan's wild apple tree holds an insight to apple ancestry and a rooted hope for renewed genetic diversity in apple propagation. - [Seed Catalogues - Using Them to Their Best Advantage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/using-seed-catalogues-zb0z1902/) - Seed catalogues are a lot more than a colorful listing of vegetable and flower seeds, enticing gardeners to place an order. There is a great deal of valuable information to be had within their pages and, the proverbial cherry on top is that most of them are free – you will be hard pressed to find a better value than that! - [The Learning Never Stops! Join Us at the Fair](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-learning-never-stops-join-us-at-the-fair-zmfz19zgsch/) - Join us for the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR! - [The Rabbis of Prosser](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/rabbis-of-prosser-ze0z1901zgsch/) - Learn about Rabbi Gallor’s work with Tree Top to ensure that all of their juice can be labeled kosher. - [The “Old Apple Tree”](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-old-apple-tree-ze0z1901zgsch/) - Take a look at the history of apple trees in Washington state, starting with the original tree in the Pacific Northwest. - [Bill Charbonneau and the Tree Top Company](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/bill-charbonneau-and-tree-top-company-ze0z1901zgsch/) - Take a look into Bill Charbonneau’s creation of the apple juice company, Tree Top. - [52 Homestead Skills Series](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/52-homestead-skills-series-zl0z1901zgsch/) - Boost your know-how by joining in our series of basic skills every homesteader should know. - [Self-Watering Containers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/self-watering-containers-ze0z1901zgsch/) - Forgetting to water your plants is a thing of the past with this self-watering container. - [Homemade Seed-Starter Soil](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/homemade-seed-starter-soil-ze0z1901zgsch/) - Mix up a batch of your own nutrient-rich seed-starter soil. - [Mulching with Seashells to Add Calcium](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/seashell-mulching-adds-calcium-ze0z1901zgsch/) - Bring some nutrients to your garden by mulching with seashells. - [Painting, Planning, and the Process](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/painting-planning-and-the-process-zm0z18wzpop/) - Group editor, Jean Denney, discusses her plans for getting through the winter and finding inspiration for a spring garden. - [Keeping Heirloom Seeds Alive](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/keeping-heirloom-seeds-alive-zm0z18wzpop/) - The art of searching for, saving, and storing heirloom seeds, including a couple of okra cultivars that were designated All-America Selections winners in 1939. - [Hydrosols: Steam-Distilled Floral Waters](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/Hydrosols-Steam-Distilled-Floral-Waters-zm0z18wzpop/) - Transform homegrown plants into aromatic waters fit for royalty with a few simple steps. Whether made with a still or on the stovetop, hydrosols can bring a safe and therapeutic aromatic experience to your daily life. - [How to Use and Grow Soothing Anise](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-use-and-grow-soothing-anise-zm0z18wzpop/) - Unassuming anise has the power to soothe troubled stomachs and troubled dreams alike, and it’s a charming plant to add to an herb or flower border. - [How to Make Hydrosols on the Stovetop](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-make-hydrosols-on-the-stovetop-zm0z18wzpop/) - Learn how to use a simple stovetop method to make fragrant rose water that can be used for a refreshing spritz on a hot day. - [Inventive Infusions for a Classic Condiment](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/inventive-infusions-for-a-classic-condiment-zm0z18wzpop/) - Give basic vinegar a new zest by imbuing it with herbal flavor fresh from your fall harvest. - [How to Care for a Holiday Cactus](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-care-for-a-holiday-cactus-zm0z18wzpop/) - With a little know-how and some careful timing, you can keep your Christmas or Thanksgiving cactus blooming year after year. - [How to Make a Sweet Dreams Sachet](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-make-a-sweet-dreams-sachet-zm0z18wzpop/) - To encourage calm dreams, make a dream pillow with soft fabric scraps and soothing herbs, including anise. - [Family Heirlooms: Crocuses, Violets, Camilla, and Lemon Trees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirlooms-crocuses-violets-camilla-and-lemon-trees-zm0z18wzpop/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants passed down for generations, including lemon trees and sweet violets. - [Best Grow Lights for Seed Starting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/best-grow-lights-for-seed-starting-zm0z18wzpop/) - Grow your plants from seed indoors using inexpensive supplemental lighting, and with some new bulbs on the market, you have even better varieties to choose from. - [Culinary Uses for Horseradish](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/culinary-uses-for-horseradish-zm0z18wzpop/) - Harness the potently flavored horseradish for a plethora of uses in the kitchen, from salad leaves to a horseradish cheese spread. - [DIY Garden Journal](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/DIY-Garden-Journal-zm0z18wzpop/) - Save your garden records in style when you personalize a notebook that’s organized to include the facts, hacks, and figures from your own planting experience. - [Advice for Growing Miniature Fruit Trees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/advice-for-growing-miniature-fruit-trees-zm0z18wzpop/) - Follow these tips from homesteader and writer Mary Lou Shaw to enjoy miniature citrus trees that can grow in any Zone with some careful tending. - [Tropical Treasures](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/tropical-treasures-zm0z18wzpop/) - Go bananas for one of America’s favorite fruits and its compelling history in Hawaii. - [The Longevity of Love-in-a-Mist](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-longevity-of-love-in-a-mist-zm0z18wzpop/) - Learn how an acclaimed garden designer, Gertrude Jekyll, collected and bred unique plants, including one particularly appealing azure bloom. - [Table for One](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/table-for-one-zm0z18wzpop/) - Garden for a small household?—?and avoid a harvest that overwhelms your kitchen?—?by following these handy tips from Heirloom Gardener readers. - [The Low-Down on Lovage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-low-down-on-lovage-zm0z18wzpop/) - This hardy, durable, delicious herb has existed for centuries, and its re-emergence into the modern garden comes with a rich history. - [The American Horticultural Society 2018 Book Awards](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/profiles-the-american-horticultural-society-2018-book-awards-zm0z18wzpop/) - The 2018 picks for the American Horticultural Society’s Book Award have arrived, and they represent a wide range of gardening topics. - [‘Jackson Wonder’ Lima Beans](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/jackson-wonder-lima-beans-zm0z18wzpop/) - This tasty, ‘wonder’ful bean is widely adapted and requires less heat than most lima beans. - [Successful Urban Bumblebees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/profiles-successful-urban-bumblebees-zm0z18wzpop/) - While most wildlife suffers from increased human contact, bumblebees have adapted surprisingly well to urban life, according to a recent European study. - [Sustainable Agriculture Returns to Koraput](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/profiles-sustainable-agriculture-returns-to-Koraput-zm0z18wzpop/) - Women's collectives in Odisha, India are working to re-establish traditional permaculture methods and to introduce drought-resistant crops. - [The Great Cherry Tomato Challenge of 2018](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-great-cherry-tomato-challenge-of-2018-zb0z1812/) - This year we grew out a bunch of different cherry tomatoes. Check out which did the best. - [The Great Colorful Tomato Challenge of 2018](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-great-colorful-tomato-challenge-of-2018/) - We grew a bunch of different colorful tomatoes to see which is the best. Find out more. - [Crop to Cup: The Coffee Tree](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/crop-to-cup-coffee-tree-ze0z1811zgsch/) - Learn about the tree that yields your morning cup of joe. - [Thailand’s Coffee Crop](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/thailands-coffee-crop-ze0z1811zgsch/) - Discover the history and flavors of Thailand’s coffee. - [Origins of the Gardeners’ Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/the-origins-of-the-gardners-almanac-ze0z1810zpop/) - Many gardeners have come to rely on the guidance of the annual almanac; discovery the history of its creation! - [Plant Taxonomy and Nomenclature](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/plant-taxonomy-and-nomenclature-ze0z1810zpop/) - Learn about the creation of the useful system we use to classify and categorize plants. - [A Brief History of Plant Hunters](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/a-brief-history-of-plant-hunters-ze0z1809zpop/) - How the precarious adventures of botanists have shaped gardening as we know it today. - [Early Women Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/planting-empowerment-early-women-gardeners-ze0z1810zpop/) - From hobby to hard work, women entered the fields of horticulture and botany with great enthusiasm, though facing the same setbacks as in other industries. - [Origins of Organic Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/origins-of-organic-gardening-ze0z1810zpop/) - Organic gardening used to be known simply as “gardening”, but the roots of the now-common movement stretch as far back as 1920. - [Garden Solarization – The 'Hot Trend' in Caring for Your Soil](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/garden-solarizationthe-hot-trend-in-caring-for-your-soil-zb0z1810/) - All you need is a plastic tarp, the sun, and 4 to 8 weeks to solarize your soil. Here's how to do it! - [The Best Herbs to Grow for Gardens in the North](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/herb-gardens-in-the-north-ze0z1810zcoo/) - Plant the best herb garden for a tricky northern climate that you will use to make herb syrups and teas. - [Design a Relaxing Garden Patio](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/design-relaxing-garden-patio-ze0z1810zcoo/) - Design and build an appealing and effective garden space or patio for entertaining and enjoyment with friends and family. - [The Best Trees for Growing in Northern Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/best-trees-growing-northern-gardens-ze0z1810zcoo/) - Plant a variety of the best trees to thrive in the difficult climate and soil that is a staple of living in the north to enhance your property. - [Build A Window Sash Cold Frame](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/build-window-sash-cold-frame-ze0z1809zcoo/) - Protect your garden by building this simple, yet effective window sash cold frame. - [Make Your Own Flower Press](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-make-flower-press-ze0z1809zcoo/) - Create your own inexpensive flower press that is easy to make and will leave you with beautiful results. - [How to Make A Solar Food Dryer](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-make-solar-food-dryer-ze0z1809zcoo/) - Build a practical and inexpensive solar food dehydrator that is perfect for drying and preserving fruits and vegetables in your backyard. - [How to Grow Mushrooms in All Seasons](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-grow-mushrooms-all-seasons-ze0z1809zsphe/) - Find out how to grow mushrooms in all weather conditions and how to upgrade your outdoor gardens to protect your plants. - [Sean Sherman on Indigenous Food, Culture, and History](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/ze0z1809zcoo/) - Hear stories of indigenous culture and food from Sean Sherman, a successful chef of indigenous dishes. - [Fall Season Canning of Garden Vegetables](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fall-season-canning-of-garden-vegetables-zb01809/) - Highlights of canning fresh garden vegetables during the fall season. - [The Great Roma Tomato Challenge of 2018](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-great-roma-tomato-challenge-of-2018-zb0z1809/) - I grew a bunch of Roma Tomatoes and here is how they all turned out. - [Gardening an Heirloom Legacy](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/gardening-heirloom-legacy-zm0z18fzsphe/) - This Oregon farmer breeds and rehabilitates heirloom vegetable cultivars. Find out how he skillfully leads the evolutionary dance to help create better food for everyone through his heirloom gardening. - [Slime Mold Solutions for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/slime-mold-solutions-for-garden-zm0z18fzsphe/) - The colorful fungus known as slime mold isn’t a threat to your garden, but it still may provoke some questions. Howard Garrett profiles slime mold and provides some tips on how to deal with it. - [Growing Winter Carrots: Rooting for Compliments](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/growing-winter-carrots-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Harvest homegrown carrots all winter by sowing in August and then protecting the plants from harsh frosts. - [The Glass Flowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/glass-flowers-zm0z18fzsphe/) - The Ware Collection of Blaschka Glass Models of Plants at Harvard University, commonly known as the “Glass Flowers,” preserves the past and inspires a future for hundreds of heirloom plants. - [Make Your Own Homemade Seasonings with These Delicious Spice Blends](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/make-your-own-homemade-seasonings-zmrz18fzsphe/) - Spice blends don’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Take a look at these simple yet inventive homemade seasonings you can create with herbs and spices that are easy to grow, dry, and blend at home. - [Melon Maintenance for a Plentiful Fruit Harvest](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/melon-maintenance-zm0z18fzsphe/) - If your melons are having fruit-bearing trouble, these tips from Lee Buttala may help you get to the root of your problem, which includes considering soil type, growing season, and temperature. - [Pros and Cons of Different Gardening Methods](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/pro-cons-different-gardening-methods-zm0z18fzsphe/) - With this comparison of several gardening trends, you can experiment with new techniques to find the best ones for your needs and space. - [Tips for Buying a Greenhouse](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/tips-for-buying-greenhouse-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Buying a greenhouse can be a daunting task with so many purchase possibilities on the market. Group Editor Rebecca Martin shares some simple steps to help narrow your search. - [Ginkgo History: Gilded Fossil Trees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/gingko-history-gilded-fossil-trees-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Learn the history of the medicinal, edible, beautiful ginkgoes that grow everywhere from monasteries to busy cities, showering us in fall with their distinctive, fan-shaped golden leaves. - [Figs in the Garden: A Global Passion](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/figs-in-the-garden-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Nearly 700 eye-catching and historic fig cultivars grow across the world, and some gardeners are investing everything in the fig cultivars of tomorrow. - [All About Persimmon: Gather and Enjoy Your Own Divine Fruit](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/all-about-persimmon-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Discover what this uniquely sweet fruit has to offer your autumn garden. - [Gardens Lost and Gardens Gained](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/gardens-lost-and-gardens-gained-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Group editor, Hannah Kincaid, shares the struggles and triumphs that come with leaving homes and established gardens. - [Glorious Green Tomato Recipes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/glorious-green-tomato-recipe-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Far from a culinary setback, these little green gems shine in a variety of easily created, delectable dishes in the wake of a shortened growing season. - [Family Heirlooms: Hops, Gold Dust, Peonies, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirlooms-hops-gold-dust-peonies-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants passed down for generations. - [Fonta Flora Brewery](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/fonta-flora-brewery-zm0z18fzsphe/) - A North Carolina craft brewery uses locally grown and foraged ingredients, including sumac, strawberries, and dandelion greens, to create mouth-watering botanical beverages. - [Fall 2018 Seed Shop: ‘Cherokee Blue’ Mustard, ‘Grace Batson’ Peony, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/fall-2018-seed-shop-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Discover where to buy seeds for the freshest heirloom releases of fall 2018, including ‘Cherokee Blue’ mustard, ‘Grace Batson’ peony, ‘Fin de Bagnol’ bean, ‘Blauer Speck’ kohlrabi, and ‘Juane du Poitou’ leek. - [The Rose of Sharon that Wasn't](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/the-rose-of-sharon-that-wasnt-zb0z1808/) - Identifying a mystery plant, and becoming a Monarch Waystation - [Honey Lemon Yarrow Summer Beer](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/yarrow-summer-beer-zerz1808zsphe/) - Lean more about the devil’s nettle herb, Yarrow, and find out how to brew a refreshing bitter beer with this herb. - [DIY Composters for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/diy-composters-for-your-garden-zm0z18fzsphe/) - Fall into the magic of composting with these 3 easy DIY composters. - [Natural Wildlife Repellents](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/natural-wildlife-repellents-ze0z1808zpop/) - Turn to a natural way to ward off the wildlife eating your vegetable garden. - [Belowground Edible Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/below-ground-edibles-ze0z1808zpop/) - Belowground Edible Plants Dive into the world of botany with this quick guide on underground, edible plants. August 2018 By Katie Scott and Kathy Willis Cover courtesy of Templar Company Limited Botanicum (Big Picture Press, 2017) by Katie Scott and Kathy Willis is a scientific and artistic introduction to the world of botany. With vivid - [Saving the Gardens for Miss Margaret](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/saving-the-gardens-for-miss-margaret-zb0z1808/) - An historic house and garden, full of heirloom bulbs, was rumored to be torn down. Gardeners try to preserve the lost and forgotten bulbs... a beautiful life lesson in discovering a flower's will to live. - [Tomatoes, Peppers and Onions Oh My!](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/tomatoes-peppers-and-onions-oh-my-zb01807/) - How my tomato, pepper and onion bed was planted and a bluebird update. - [Practical and Decorative Uses for Air Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/practical-and-decorative-uses-for-air-plants-zerz1807zpop/) - Discover how this unique and beautiful group of plants can be used as more than a decoration. - [For the Love of a Bulb](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/for-the-love-of-a-bulb-zb0z1807/) - The unique and intrinsic value in heirloom gardens cultivated from childhood, manifested into the love of heirloom bulbs. - [Thinking of Starting a Fall Vegetable Garden? Now’s the time to start!](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/fall-vegetable-garden-start-now-zb0z1807/) - Here in the Northeast, May is often considered the beginning of the gardening season. It may seem downright strange to start thinking about planting fall crops only a couple of months later, but in short season areas such as ours where first frost dates are less than 3 months away, if you don’t start now, chances are your fall crops won’t have the opportunity to ripen before cooler weather and shorter days set in. - [Sesame Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/sesame-seeds-ze0z1807zpop/) - Learn about the rich history of sesame and its continued culinary and medicinal uses. - [What to Use on the Compost Heap](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/use-on-compost-heap-ze0z1807zsphe/) - Find out what you can and should add to a compost heap and what you should leave out in order to reap the most benefits. - [Making Your Own Containers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/making-your-own-containers-ze0z1807zsphe/) - Dress up your porch or patio by creating your own cement planters with cardboard and add a sleek and modern look to your home. - [How to Build a Cold Frame](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-build-a-cold-frame-ze0z1807zsphe/) - Give your vegetable plants a head start by building a cold frame for early planting. - [What Can You Build a Raised Garden Bed With?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/build-a-raised-garden-bed-with-ze0z1807zsphe/) - Think outside the basic wood box and use other materials such as bricks or railroad ties to build raised beds with. - [Benefits of Chickens in My Urban Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/benefits-of-chickens-in-my-urban-garden-zb0z1806/) - Sharing the benefits of having backyard chickens in my urban garden space. - [Only Have a Few Feet For a Garden? No Problem!](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/only-have-a-few-feet-for-a-garden-no-problem-zb0z1806/) - Here’s 3 purpose driven planting layouts for a small garden area. - [Watermelon Rind Pickle Recipe and Other Pickling Techniques](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/pickling-techniques-ze0z1806zsphe/) - If you are new to pickling, check out these techniques before you try pickling for the first time. - [Garden Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/garden-valerian-zb0z1806/) - A delightful old-fashioned herb that is pretty enough for the flower garden! - [Things My Grandma Taught Me](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/things-my-grandma-taught-me-zb0z1806/) - Lessons passed down about life and gardening. - [Preparing and Planting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/preparing-and-planting-zb0z1805/) - Preparing the garden, starting to plant, and bird updates! - [Eggplant Recipes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/summer-garden-eggplant-zerz1805zsphe/) - If you plan on growing eggplant in your garden this year, try these recipes with your harvest. - [Crab Apples](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/crab-apples-ze0z1805zcoy/) - Learn more about crab apple trees and how you can use their fruit. - [Companion Planting to Maximize Garden Space](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/companion-planting-to-maximize-garden-space-zb0z1805/) - Gardeners can maximize small garden spaces by planting compatible vegetable varieties together. - [Homegrown Olive Oil Business](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/olive-oil-business-zm0z18uzsphe/) - One small family has built a big business by growing olives and pressing its own extra-virgin oil. - [Summer 2018 Heirloom Seeds: ‘Bradford Family’ Okra, ‘Bulgarian Carrot’ Pepper, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/summer-2018-seeds-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Discover the freshest new heirloom seed releases of summer 2018, just in time for some of our readers to plant, and for others to start planning space in next year’s gardens! - [How to Dry Herbs at Home](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/dry-herbs-at-home-zm0z18uzsphe/) - You’ll never buy dried herbs again after you try one or more of these six methods for drying your own herbs at home. - [Irrigation Methods that Reduce Weeds and Conserve Water](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/Irrigation-Methods-zm0z18uzsphe/) - David Bainbridge shares which watering methods work best for minimizing weeds. - [Natural Cures for Blossom End Rot](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/cures-blossom-end-rot-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Howard Garrett shares how to prevent blossom end rot with simple treatments. - [Beekeeping with Horizontal Hives for Less Stress](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/beekeeping-with-horizontal-hives-for-less-stress-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Natural beekeeping practices can minimize the stress and work involved in modern apiculture. - [Seed Saving Libraries](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/seed-libraries-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Seed libraries are sprouting up in public libraries across the nation. Borrow these ideas for nurturing one in your community. - [Medicinal Uses of Sarsaparilla](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/medicinal-sassparilla-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Sarsaparilla is good for much more than flavoring root beer?—?if you can track down the correct plant! - [Gardening with Historic Ornamentals](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/gardening-historic-ornamentals-zm0z18uzsphe/) - For a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape, give gardening with historic ornamentals a try! - [Garden Gold: Growing Saffron at Home](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-saffron-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Saffron is among the most expensive and coveted foodstuffs in the world. - [Gardeners: A Rare Breed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/gardeners-a-rare-breed-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Heirloom Gardener’s group editor, Hannah Kincaid, touches on a few reasons why gardeners everywhere are a rare breed which improve the communities we share on a daily basis. - [Family Heirlooms: ‘Angel Wing’ Begonias, Brazilian-Plumes, Sunflowers, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirlooms-angel-wing-begonia-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants. - [Charley Ricks Hunt for Wild Tomato Genes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/tomato-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Renowned geneticist Charles M. Rick spent 50 years collecting specimens of the stinky, sour-fruited South American vines from which all cultivated tomatoes arose. - [Co-op Farmstands for Backyard Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/yard-to-market-coop-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Yard to Market Co-op has created an adaptable model for even the smallest-scale growers to sell extra produce. - [Root Microbiomes Encourage Drought Resistance in Crop Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/root-microbiomes-encourage-drought-resistance-crop-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Certain plant species appear to recruit bacteria that help them resist the ill effects of drought conditions. - [In-Field Wildflower Strips Support Beneficial Insects](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/wildflower-support-insects-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Devoting a small percentage of crop land to wildflower strips provides support for the full life cycle of beneficial insects. - [Chemical Fungicides Attract Bees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/chemical-fungicides-attract-bees-zm0z18uzsphe/) - Recent research testing honeybees’ preference for sugar syrup with and without agricultural fungicides shows that the fungicide-laced syrup attracts more bees. - [Uncommon Corn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/whole-grain-corns-zm0z18uzcmar/) - For improved nutrition and great taste, try growing these colorful whole-grain corns. - [How to Garden by the Moon](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-garden-by-the-moon-zb0z1805/) - Using the lunar cycle to pinpoint seed planting dates for healthier plants and more bountiful harvest is ... - [My Garden Journal](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/my-garden-journal-zb0z1805/) - Keeping a "Garden Miscellany" book - [Tips on How to Use Seed Tape](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/tips-on-how-to-use-seed-tape-zb0z1805/) - You have your seed tape in hand & it’s time to sow…what now? A few simple tips will ensure easier sowing and better germination when using seed tape. - [Mistletoe in Illinois](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/mistletoe-ze0z1805zsphe/) - Find out more about the origins and habitats of the mistletoe plant. - [Morphology of Grasses in Illinois](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/morphology-of-grasses-in-illinois-ze0z1805zsphe/) - Discover the anatomy of the grasses of Illinois and the characteristics the grasses share with other plants. - [Four O’Clock Flower Family in Illinois](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/four-o-clock-faimily-illinois-ze0z1805zsphe/) - Learn more about the flowers locations, habitats, growing tendencies and the other states this flower may be habitable in, you may have some growing near you. - [Fern Habitats in Illinois](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/fern-habitats-illinois-ze0z1804zsphe/) - Learn more about the fern species, begin to identify the different types of soils and landscapes where ferns seem to thrive and why. Limestone outcroppings are popular among the ferns in Illinois because they tend to be close to the waters-edge and ferns love the moisture-rich soil by the cliffs. - [Transplanting Tomato Seedlings](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/transplanting-tomato-seedlings-zb0z1804/) - Knowing when and how to transplant tomato seedlings to the garden will ensure a healthy, productive tomato crop. - [Sweet William Dianthus: A Biennial Showstopper!](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/sweet-william-dianthus-a-biennial-showstopper-zb0z1804/) - Since establishing a patch of Sweet William, they've become a staple of the cut flower garden. - [Cultural Considerations for a New Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/cultural-considerations-for-new-garden-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Plan the cultivation of your next garden by assessing some cultural considerations. - [The Right Container for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/right-container-for-your-garden-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Review these types of containers to select the best one for your container garden. - [Plant a Container Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/plant-a-container-garden-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Get started on planting your container garden by following these tips. - [Organic Container Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-container-gardens-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Learn about the convenience and benefits of container gardening. - [Grow Houseplants Organically](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/grow-houseplants-organically-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Grow beautiful plants inside your home by following these tips for organic houseplant care. - [Designing Your Container Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/designing-your-container-garden-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Select beautiful plant combinations for your container garden. - [Caring for a Container Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/caring-for-container-garden-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Grow beautiful container gardens by following these tips on container garden care. - [Why You Should Keep A Worm Bin](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/why-you-should-keep-a-worm-bin-zb0z1804/) - Did you know that worm castings are the purest form of organic matter you can get for your garden? Try keeping a worm bin to harvest your own castings! - [Picking Heirloom Tomato Varieties to Rescue](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/picking-heirloom-tomato-varieties-to-rescue-zb0z1804/) - When you pick a rare tomato to help save you must make sure it works well for you garden, producing a large yield and yummy fruit. - [Your Very Own Pussywillows](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/your-very-own-pussywillows-zb0z1804/) - Willow weaving is a wondrous hobby, and the landscape loves them too. - [How to Make Seed Tape – Step-by-Step](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-make-seed-tapestep-by-step-zb0z1804/) - If you’ve ever tried to sow teeny, tiny seeds directly into the garden, you know how frustrating it can be. Not only is the seed difficult to handle, especially when you are perched on the edge of a garden bed, but it’s hard to see once it’s in the soil. Seed tape solves these issues and, what’s more, you can prepare it ahead of time, sitting at your kitchen table, no matter the weather. - [Winter Sowing: Easy Seed Starting for Beginner Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/winter-sowing-easy-seed-starting-for-beginner-gardeners-zb0z1804/) - How the winter sowing method changed that way I garden. Simple seed starting without investment. - [Construct a Simple Compost System](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/construct-simple-compost-system-ze0z1804zmcg/) - Build your own compost system by following these tips. - [Castor Bean (Ricinus Communis)](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/castor-bean-ricinus-communis-zb01803/) - The fascinating history of this plant goes back to Biblical times! - [Waiting for Spring Weather](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/waiting-for-spring-weather-zb0z1804/) - Trying milkweed seed-stratification for the first time and Bluebird watching while waiting for milder weather! - [Starting Tomatoes from Seed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/starting-tomatoes-from-seed-zb0z1804/) - Starting tomatoes from seed allows home gardeners to grow their own heirloom tomato varieties. Most tomatoes grown from seed are started indoors six to eight weeks before transplanting to the garden. - [You Can Eat the Whole Plant](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/eat-the-whole-plant-ze0z1803zphe/) - Before the squash comes the flower, you can eat this flower and more. Find out what other plants you have been missing out on! - [Pollinating Flies in the Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/pollinating-flies-garden-ze0z1803zphe/) - Although sometimes pesky, flies can play an important role in the garden. - [Grow Insect Eating Plants in a Window Bog](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/insect-eating-plant-window-bog-ze0z1803zphe/) - Keep insects at bay in a window bog filled with carnivorous plants. - [Easy Chrysanthemum Cuttings](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/easy-chrysanthemum-cuttings-zb0z1803/) - Chrysanthemums are always a fall favorite. Believe it or not, it's also insanely easy to propagate your plants for more of those bright autumn blooms! - [Preparing for Spring Vegetable Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/preparing-for-spring-vegetable-gardening-zb0z1803/) - Learn helpful tips on how to prepare for spring vegetable gardening. Soil, water, compost and pest management are the topics highlighted. - [Herbs in the Flower Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/herbs-in-the-flower-garden-zb0z1803/) - If you do not have the desired room for an herb garden plant the herbs among your flowers. - [Popular Summer Heirloom Vegetables](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/popular-summer-heirloom-vegetables-zb0z1803/) - Heirlooms are often cited as being more flavorful, nutritious, and locally adapted. Here are some of the more adapted and popular varietals to try in your summer garden! - [Growing from Seed: What the Packets Don't Tell You](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/growing-from-seed-what-the-packets-dont-tell-you-zb0z1803/) - Increase your chance of success when growing from seed by looking beyond generic packet instructions and following a few simple steps. - [Family Heirloom: Golden Currant, Weeping Fig, ‘Cherokee’ Purple Tomato, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirloom-golden-currant-zm0z18szphe/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants. - [A Few Seed Starting Tips You May Not Have Thought Of](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/a-few-seed-starting-tips-you-may-not-have-thought-of-zb0z1803/) - Seed starting can be difficult to navigate if you have never done it before, especially when those sweet seedlings turn leggy! If you have ever found yourself baffled by starting your plants from seed, these eight tips may teach you some new tricks to become a master at the craft. - [Beautiful Beneficial Nasturtium](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/beautiful-beneficial-nasturtium-zb0z1803zmit/) - Nasturtium is a delicate annual that adds color and beauty to ornamental garden spaces. When used in companion planting, nasturtium serves as an effective insect and weed deterrent for organic vegetable gardening. - [Build a Bog Container](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/build-bog-container-ze0z1803zphe/) - Build a bog window box for your marshy soil loving plants for perfect window viewing. - [Cultivate Your Own Cacti Window Box](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/cultivate-cacti-window-box-ze0z1803zphe/) - Grow low maintenance cacti and euphorbias to experience the colorful and dainty flowers they produce. - [DIY Home Apothecary](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/diy-home-apothecary-zb0z1803zmit/) - Build a custom home apothecary on a budget over time. - [Keeping a Garden Journal](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/keeping-a-garden-journal-zb0z1803/) - Having trouble recalling what you grew in last year's garden? Or maybe you just can't remember where you purchased your seeds. Keeping a garden journal may be one way to help keep a history of your garden from one season to the next. - [Wild Camu-Camu of Peru](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/wild-camu-camu-ze0z1802zphe/) - Take a deeper look at tropical forests around the world. - [You Can Eat Flowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/you-can-eat-flowers-zmaz14szsel/) - Did you know that you can eat flowers? Try adding blossoms to your next meal for a new flavor adventure. - [Anti-Inflammatory Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/anti-inflammatory-plants-ze0z1802zmcg/) - Try these anti-inflammatory plants as a natural remedy to soothe symptoms of inflammation. - [Organic Fertilizers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-fertilizers-zm0z18szphe/) - Feed your garden with natural soil amendments that are rich in nutrients, minerals, and organic matter - [The Food Preserver’s Garden - Organic Gardening - Heirloom Gardner](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/food-preservers-garden-zm0z18szphe/) - Learn how to boost your household’s food security by garden planning with future preservation in mind. Grow these crops and varieties to harvest the best foods to freeze, can, dehydrate and ferment. - [Spring 2018 Farmer’s Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/spring-2018-farmers-almanac-zm0z18szphe/) - Mark your calendars — here are the dates to remember in spring 2018! - [Spring 2018 Seed Shop: ‘King Tut Purple’ Pea, ‘Luxury Lace’ Daylily, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/spring-2018-seed-shop-king-tut-purple-pea-luxuray-lace-daylily-zm0z18szphe/) - Spring 2018 Seed Shop: ‘King Tut Purple’ Pea, ‘Luxury Lace’ Daylily, and More Discover the freshest heirloom releases of spring 2018, just in time for planting. Spring 2018 By the Heirloom Gardener Editors ‘King Tut Purple’ Pea A rare garden pea with quite the story, the seeds of this cultivar are rumored to have been - [Seed Planters for Your Plot](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/seed-planters-for-your-plot-zm0z18szphe/) - New old-style walk-behind seeders will save on labor and seed. - [How Do I Attract Earthworms to My Garden?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-attract-earthworms-zm0z18szphe/) - Practical ways to increase the earthworm population in your soil. - [How Accurate Are Home Soil pH Testers?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/home-soil-ph-testing-zm0z18szphe/) - Expert advice on the accuracy and importance of testing your soil’s pH. - [How to Make Herbal Vinegars](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-make-herbal-vinegars-zmrz18szphe/) - Homemade herbal vinegar is easy to make and customize to your taste. - [Purple Sweet Potatoes: The Ancient Superfood](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/purple-sweet-potatoes-antient-superfood-zm0z18szphe/) - These richly colored tubers shouldn’t be underestimated. Learn about their growing reputation, health benefits, and global history. - [Spring 2018 Mercantile: Work Boots, Low-Tunnel Hoops, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/spring-2018-mercantile-work-boots-low-tunnel-hoops-zm0z18szphe/) - Spring 2018 Mercantile: Work Boots, Low-Tunnel Hoops, and More Make gardening a little easier with these helpful tool suggestions from our editors Spring 2018 By the Heirloom Gardener Editors As someone who grows greens year-round in cold frames, tubs, raised beds, and anything else she can drop a row cover on, editor Rebecca Martin - [North American Wild Roses](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/north-american-wild-roses-zm0z18szphe/) - For truly carefree roses, look to North America’s own flinty natives. - [Intercropping: Minimize Your Effort While Maximizing Yields](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/intercropping-minimizing-your-effort-while-maximizing-yields-zm0z18szphe/) - You can save time and garden space by planting two crops in the space usually reserved for just one. - [Hybrid Strawberry History](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-history-of-strawberries-zm0z18szphe/) - The history of modern strawberries traces a path from Chile and Eastern Europe to France under the shadow of revolution. - [How to Use Sorrel](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-use-sorrel-zm0z18szphe/) - Embrace the lemony flavor of the zingiest garden green. - [How to Save Seed for Genetic Diversity](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-save-seed-for-genetic-diversity-zm0z18szphe/) - How many seeds must you save to ensure a healthy gene pool in your plot? - [The History of Lettuce](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/the-history-of-lettuce-zm0z18szphe/) - From Ancient Egypt to outer space, lettuce is a well-traveled little plant. - [How to Ferment Hot Peppers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-ferment-hot-peppers-zm0z18szphe/) - Unlike store-bought condiments, these spicy concoctions are rich with nutrients and flavor developed through the process of lacto-fermentation. - [Break Some Rules](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/break-some-rules-zm0z18szphe/) - Heirloom Gardener’s Editor-in-Chief, Hank Will, revisits breaking some rules with the help of his childhood vineyard. - [Discover the Bollenstreek, Holland’s Bulb Paradise](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/discover-bollenstreek-hollands-zm0z18szphe/) - A small strip of land known as the Bollenstreek supports the centuries-old Dutch tradition of bulb breeding — and you can visit these spectacular blooming fields every spring. - [Mythical, Heart - Healthy Hawthorn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/facts-about-hawthorn-trees-zm0z18szphe/) - Hawthorn’s use as a heart remedy and spiritual protector stretches back nearly to the beginning of recorded history. - [Organic Certification for Hydroponic Systems](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/organic-hydroponic-systems-zm0z18szphe/) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture has ruled that hydroponic and aquaponic products remain eligible for organic certification. - [My Family’s Heirloom Popcorn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/my-familys-heirloom-popcorn-zb0z1802zmit/) - A granddaughter's perspective on her grandparents' heirloom popcorn business. - [Regenerative Certification: Going Beyond Organic](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/regenerative-organic-certification-zm0z18szphe/) - The Rodale Institute’s newly drafted Regenerative Organic Certification system promotes soil and environmental health in tandem with organic farming practices. - [Hospital Farms for Better Health](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/hospital-farms-for-better-health-zm0z18szphe/) - Organic farms on hospital campuses aim to bring fresh, healthy food to those who need it most. - [Benevolent Nettles](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/benevolent-nettles-zm0z18szphe/) - Discover the dense nutrition and medicinal properties behind nettle’s intimidating sting. - [Annie’s Heirloom Seeds: A Michigan Family Business](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/annies-heirloom-seeds-zm0z18szphe/) - A desire for healthier produce led to the rise of this successful small company —from flowerbeds in the city to heirlooms in the countryside. - [Welcome to My (Frozen) Garden!](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/welcome-to-my-frozen-garden-zb0z1802/) - Take a tour of my garden and learn about how it got started and my plans for the spring. - [Raised Garden Beds: The Good, The Great, and The Awesome Benefits of Them](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/raised-garden-beds-the-good-the-great-and-the-awesome-benefits-of-them-zb0z1802zmit/) - Raised bed gardening offers practicality, versatility, control, and the all-important aesthetic appeal for a a home garden. Other methods have their merit, but raised bed gardening takes the cake! - [Priceless Advice of the Heirloom Variety](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/priceless-advice-of-the-heirloom-variety-zb0z1801zmit/) - As the seed catalogues start to overtake my mailbox, I find myself reflecting on my humble beginnings with gardening and my early introduction to heirloom vegetables. Now, several years later, one particular heirloom plant continues to provoke feelings of nostalgia, from one season to the next. - [Faster Composting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/zm0zs12zcar/) - Not seeing results from your compost? This is a great method to kick-start the composting process. - [DIY Seed Starting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/zm0zs12zcar/) - You can start your own seeds — here's how! - [Different Types of Wild Greens with Pesto Recipe](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/different-wild-greens-with-pesto-recipe-ze0z1801zmcg/) - Add zest to salads and pesto by using wild greens found in your backyard. - [Starting Onions from Seed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/starting-onions-from-seed-zb0z1801/) - Although sometimes intimidating to the home vegetable gardener, starting onions from seed is a relatively simple process. With a little patience and planning, gardeners have access to a variety of heirloom onions that are only available when grown from seed, enhancing the garden to table experience. - [Looking Back at 2017 Garden Trends](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/looking-back-at-2017-garden-trends-zb0z1701zmit/) - Here are some of the gardening trends we've seen grow in popularity during 2017. Try some for yourself! - [Elderberry Benefits](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/elderberry-benefits-ze0z1801zols/) - Learn all about the uses and natural benefits of elderberry along with folklore of days past. - [Milkweed Benefits](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/milkweed-benefits-ze0z1801zols/) - Learn all about the historic medicinal and industrial uses of Milkweed. - [Putting the Garden to Bed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/heirloom-varieties-for-hot-or-cold-climates-zb0z1712/) - Tips for putting your garden to bed for the winter. - [Introducing the "Heirloom Gardener" Digital Subscription](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/heirloom-gardener-digital-subscription-zb0z1711zmit/) - Read, share, and save your favorite articles on mobile or tablet. - [Fast-Growing Spring Vegetables for Eager Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/fast-growing-spring-vegetables-for-eager-gardeners-zb0z1712zmit/) - Eager to plant and harvest your garden come spring? Here are some fast-growing and cold-tolerant plants to help you make that happen! - [Cultivating Gratitude](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/cultivating-gratitude-zb0z1711zmit/) - Sow the seeds of gratitude and reap the harvest year-round. - [Winter Crops for Subtropical Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/winter-crops-for-subtropical-climates-zm0z17wzmar/) - The mild winters of the subtropics make it easy to grow year-round with the right crop choices. - [Yaupon: America’s Forgotten Tea](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/yaupon-american-tea-zm0z17wzmul/) - Discover North America’s only native caffeine source, nearly lost to time and conquest. - [Winter Wonders](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/winter-garden-zm0z17wzmar/) - Why ignore your garden during the cold months when it can be beautiful to behold in the snow? - [Winter 2017 Mercantile: Ollas, Seed Storage Solutions, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-gardening-tools-zm0z17wzcmar/) - See what our editors are excited about in gardening supplies, from water-saving ollas to seed packet storage and sturdy row cover hoops. - [Rainwater Harvesting: A Better System](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/rainwater-harvesting-zm0z17wzmar/) - Think beyond the rain barrel: This simpler, cheaper approach will help you harvest much more water for your garden! - [Winter 2017 Farmer’s Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/gardener-almanac-zm0z17wzmul/) - Mark your calendars — here are the dates to remember in winter 2017! - [Preserve Winter Squash and Pumpkins](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/preserve-winter-squash-zm0z17wzcwil/) - Andrea Chesman explains a variety of ways to store winter squash and pumpkins. - [When Will My Tomatoes Start Bearing?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/tomato-bearing-zm0z17wzcwil/) - Learn when to expect to see fruit set on your tomato plants. - [Amend Soil for Better Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/amending-garden-soil-zm0z17wzcwil/) - Whether you have clay or sand, the basic formula for amending your garden soil is the same. - [Using Healthful, Pungent Garlic](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/using-garlic-in-the-kitchen-zm0z17wzmar/) - This ancient allium has a place in every pantry?—?both as an aromatic flavoring and for the beneficial effects of its compounds. - [People, Plants, and Plant Propagation](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/hybridization-zm0z17wzcmar/) - Heirloom Gardener’s Editor-in-Chief, Hank Will, on heirloom cultivars. - [Growing Green Flowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-green-flowers-zm0z17wzmar/) - Adding drifts of green flowers to your garden palette will bring you blooms in all the colors of the rainbow. - [Grow Native Bayberries for Homemade Candle Wax](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-grow-bayberry-zm0z17wzcwil/) - Bayberry candles were a prized possession in Colonial America, and with a little work, you can grow your own native shrubs to process the crisp-scented berries at home. - [Guide to Organic Pest Control](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-pest-control-zm0z17wzmul/) - Protect your garden from slugs, squash bugs, Japanese beetles, and more with these simple, organic products. - [How to Grow Citrus in Pots Indoors](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-grow-citrus-indoors-zm0z17wzmar/) - You don’t have to garden in warm climates to raise lemons, limes, and oranges. These simple techniques will keep your trees small but still prolific. - [Growing a Drought-Tolerant Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/growing-drought-tolerant-gardens-zm0z17wzmul/) - These six strategies, along with dozens of recommended short-season cultivars, will keep your garden thriving as the climate heats up. - [Family Heirloom stories: ‘Pretoria’ canna lilies, English poppies, blackboy peach tree, and more](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/pretoria-canna-lilies-zm0z17wzcmar/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants. - [Portable DNA Machine Works in the Field](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/minion-zm0z17wzcmar/) - A new type of genome sequencing system for accurate plant identification. - [Feedback from Our Readers: Winter 2017](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/heirloom-gardener-feedback-zm0z17wzmul/) - We consider every phone call, email, and social media comment carefully, and we’re humbled by the praise and advice that readers have shared. - [‘Go Botany’ Makes Plant Identification Easy for New Englanders](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/go-botany-zm0wzcmar/) - A great resource for all your needs when it comes to identifying wild plants in New England. - [Ancient Companion Planting: The Three Sisters](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/planting-a-three-sisters-garden-zm0z17wzcwil/) - Squash, beans, and corn have a long history of being planted together to benefit each other, the soil, and the nutritional needs of the people who grew them. - [The First Flower Looked Like A Magnolia](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/first-flower-zm0z17wzcmar/) - Unlocking the mysteries of the first plants that inhabited the earth. - [3 Woman-Owned Seed Companies](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/female-entrepreneurs-zm0z17wzmar/) - The owners of Fruition Seeds, Renee’s Garden Seeds, and Hawthorn Farm are leading the way for female entrepreneurs in the heirloom seed industry. - [All About Kale](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-kale-zm0z17wzmar/) - Love it or hate it, this intensely flavored brassica isn’t just a flash in the pan?—?it’s been in demand for hundreds of years. - [The Birds and the Bees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-birds-and-the-bees-zb0z1711zmit/) - We rely on pollinators for our food. It's easy to make sure they have food and shelter for the winter. - [Growing a 'Pizza Garden'](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/growing-a-pizza-garden-zb0z1711zmit/) - A guide and planting layout to grow your favorite pizza ingredients using the square foot gardening plant spacing method. - [Farmers, Growers, and the Restaurants Who Love Them](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/farmers-growers-and-the-restaurants-who-love-them-zb0z1711zmit/) - An update and exciting news about a project profiling foodies and farmers in the Central Arkansas local food scene. - [How to Determine the Best Vegetables to Grow](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/plant-trial-zm0z17fzmul/) - Reveal the best vegetables for your garden by conducting your own plant trials. - [Preserving the Prairie](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/preserving-the-prairie-zb0z1710zmit/) - A brief introduction to harvesting gray-headed coneflower and volunteering with conservation organizations in central Iowa. - [Heirloom Corn, The Criminal's Choice](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/heirloom-corn-the-criminals-choice-zb0z1710zmit/) - Despite protective measures, marauding pests attack organic, heirloom crops, resulting in disaster for the gardener. - [Harvest the Food Not Bought](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/harvest-the-food-not-bought-zb0z1710/) - Harvest can be overwhelming. Making the Food Not Bought commitment and make the most of your food. - [Alan Shipp: The Noah of Hyacinth Bulbs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/heirloom-bulbs-zm0z17fzmar/) - Britain’s only hyacinth farmer is preserving rare bulb cultivars for flower lovers everywhere —no ark needed. - [20 Crops That Keep and How to Store Them](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/Crops-that-keep-and-how-to-store-them-zm0z17fzmar/) - Stash a winter’s worth of delicious, homegrown produce in the cool corners of your home. - [Build a Floral Compote](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/floral-compote-zm0z17fzmar/) - Dust off your grandmother’s compote and arrange flowers inside to make it bloom with flowers and foliage. - [Squash on the Scene: The Evolution of Cucurbits](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/squash-on-the-scene-zm0z17fzkin/) - Squash, pumpkins, zucchini, and their cousins all have deep roots in ancient North and South America. - [Growing Nutritious, Edible Amaranth](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-amaranth-zm0z17fzmar/) - This powerhouse plant will pump out nutty-tasting seeds and spinach-flavored leaves throughout the growing season, while its seedheads add interest to your garden. - [Aronia: A Backyard Superfood](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/aronia-melanocarpa-zm0z17fzkin/) - Aronia isn’t just a “weed.” The plant’s tart berries are a native superfood, abundant and healthful. - [Pumpkin Recipes and Growing Tips](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/pumpkin-recipes-zm0z17fzkin/) - Plant your own patch and incorporate nutritious, colorful pumpkin into hearty dishes. - [6 Ways to Protect Beneficial Toads](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/protect-beneficial-toads-zm0z17fzkin/) - Toads feed on common garden pests, which is why creating a healthy toad habitat will benefit your garden. - [Use StoryCorps App to Record Heirloom Seed Stories](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/StoryCorps-app-zm0z17fzkin/) - Tech-savvy gardeners can use the StoryCorps app to record and share the stories behind their heirloom seeds. - [New Smithsonian Exhibit: Cultivating America’s Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/smithsonian-institute-zm0z17fzkin/) - The Smithsonian Institute’s exhibit takes visitors on a historical garden tour like no other. - [Old-Fashioned Peanuts for Every Climate](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/old-fashioned-peanuts-for-every-climate-zm0z17fzkin/) - Learn how to grow peanuts (Arachis hypogaea) and incorporate the unique legume into a variety of seasonal peanut recipes. - [Family Heirlooms: Hostas, Tiger Lilies, Yellow Roses, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirlooms-zm0z17fzkin/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants passed down for generations. - [Container Plants That Withstand Shade and Heat](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/container-plants-that-withstand-heat-zm0z17fzkin/) - Garden expert Howard Garrett answers a reader’s question about container plants for hot and shady porches. - [Permafrost Puts Global Seed Vault at Risk](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/svalbard-global-seed-vault-zm0z17fzkin/) - The Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway was recently flooded, leading experts to question whether its seeds will be safe in the event of a natural disaster. - [5 Potpourri Recipes Using Homegrown Materials](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/5-potpourri-recipes-zm0z17fzkin/) - Savor your garden’s aromas year-round with your own blend of homemade potpourri. - ['Marina di Chioggia’ Pumpkin](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/marina-di-chioggia-zm0z17fzmar/) - This delicious New World squash has spread its vines in Italy since at least the 1500s and has become an heirloom pumpkin that’s integral to the local cuisine of the Venetian Lagoon. - [Feedback from Our Readers: Fall 2017](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/feedback-from-our-readers-zm0z17fzkin/) - We consider every phone call, email, and social media comment carefully, and we’re humbled by the praise and advice that readers have shared. - [How to Help Broccoli Form Full Heads](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-help-broccoli-form-full-heads-zm0z17fzmar/) - Gardening expert Rebecca Martin answers a reader-submitted question about how to grow full heads of broccoli. - [Fall 2017 Gardener’s Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/gardener-almanac-zm0z17fzmul/) - Mark your calendars — here are the dates to remember in fall 2017! - [Corpse Flower and Other Plant Marvels](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/corpse-flower-zm0z17fzkin/) - Some exotic plants only bloom once every 10 years or so, causing quite an uproar when their inflorescence appears. - [Fall 2017 Mercantile](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/Fall-2017-Mercantile-zm0z17fzkin/) - Check out our editors' favorite equipment choices for the home and garden this season, including our favorite weeding tool, a great vermicomposting bin, an up-cycled bat house, and more. - [Tissue Culture: How Modern Science is Saving Heirloom Potatoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-modern-science-is-saving-heirloom-potatoes-zm0z17fzkin/) - The nonprofit Seed Savers Exchange harnesses modern technology to preserve rare heirloom potatoes. - [‘Floriani Red Flint’: The Perfect Staple Crop](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/staple-crop-zm0z17fzmar/) - Grow this productive heirloom grain corn for unforgettable flavor and exceptional nutrition. - [7 Ways to Decorate Your Fall Garden Naturally](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/natural-fall-decorations-zb0z1709/) - Greet the arrival of fall by decorating your garden with a variety of natural materials that will add both color and interest. - [After The Storms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/after-the-storms-zb0z1709/) - Amid the destruction left behind by Hurricane Harvey, pretty garden roses remind us that we will go on and we will bloom again. - [Fall Is On Its Way: It's Time to Start Planting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/time-to-start-fall-planting-zb0z1709/) - The hot weather of summer is gone and the cooler temperatures of autumn are on the way. Learn why the experts recommend planting in fall. - [Sweet Peas and Me](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/sweet-peas-and-me-zb0z1709/) - Learn how to grow the most incredibly scented, long-stemmed sweet peas and why I love them! - [Plant Your Fall Garden Now: Ideal Fall Heirlooms to Plant](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/plant-your-fall-garden-now-zb0z1709/) - Ready to plant your fall garden? Here are some heirloom suggestions based on your growing zone as well as some cold weather, garden management tips. - [Saving Miss Lucy](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/saving-miss-lucy-zb0z1708/) - How to save seeds from a special heirloom tomato friend. - [Going Native](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/going-native-zb0z1708/) - Dedicating a small space in your garden to native plants can give you crops that require little to no effort. - [Heirloom Varieties for Hot or Cold Climates](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-varieties-for-hot-or-cold-climates-zb0z1708/) - We can't all grow the same plants. Different climates yield different growing opportunities. However, some heirloom plant varietals are better suited for warmer or colder climates. We discuss some options for tomatoes, eggplants, and beans. - [Lessons For Home Gardeners From an Organic Farm](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/lessons-for-home-gardeners-zb0z1708/) - Want to learn how to grow delicious, fresh vegetables in your garden naturally? Follow us along as we tour an organic farm and learn helpful tips. - [Freshly Minted](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/freshly-minted-zb0z1707/) - Mint is a promiscuous little herb! So much flavor and uses packed into this plant. There's so much more to the mints than the traditional spearmint. Learn about my favorite mint varieties, how they’re used, and the best way to contain and harvest your mint. - [Thanks for the Memories](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/thanks-for-the-memories-zb0z1707/) - Reminiscing about the plants gifted by friends and family. - [Summer Herbs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/summer-herbs-zb0z1707/) - Herbs are easy to grow plants that are dependable producers. They are useful for so many things, but often we are left with excess. Why not try something new with them? - [The Gardener's Version of a Selfie](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/the-gardeners-version-of-a-selfie-zb0z1707/) - How do you know if you've sailed past the point of being a passionate gardener and are now simply obsessed? Check out your social media feeds, and if they're brimming with images from your garden rather than last night's avant-garde dinner, you fall into the most brilliant category of people - you are a gardener! - [Easy Garlic](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/easy-garlic-zb0z1707/) - For a plant that is easy to grow, versatile in the kitchen and beautiful, garlic is a perfect choice. - [5 Classic Perennial Flowers to Rescue from Old Gardens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/perennial-flowers-to-rescue-zb0z1707/) - Old houses, homesteads and gardens are great places to find classic perennial flowers. These blooms often have fascinating histories or sentimental value. Try a few of these timeless perennials in your garden! - [Container Planting: Replace High-Maintenance Annuals With Succulents](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/replace-annuals-with-succulents-zb0z1706/) - Tired of caring for high-maintenance flowering annuals in pots? Replace them with succulents, which add unique beauty at a fraction of the water and maintenance. - [Beating the Heat](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/beating-the-heat-zb0z1706/) - As temperatures soar, it gets more unpleasant and unhealthy to work outside in the garden, and plants stop producing. My solution? Hydroponics! - [A Case for Garden Classes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/a-case-for-garden-classes-zb0z1706/) - Taking a hands-on local class is the best way to learn gardening. - [Herb Salts Make the Taste of Summer Last](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/herb-salts-make-the-taste-of-summer-last-zb0z1706/) - Do you grow herbs? Combine fresh herbs, such as basil and rosemary from the garden, with salt to create herb salts and add gourmet flair to your favorite dishes. - [Egyptian Walking Onions, A Statement Perennial for Your Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/egyptian-walking-onions-zb0z1706/) - An overview about Egyptian Walking Onions and why they are great to have growing in your garden. - [The ‘Fish’ Pepper: A Vivid History](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/fish-pepper-zm0z17uzcwil/) - The nearly lost ‘Fish’ pepper, named for its use in seafood dishes, makes its way back into gardens and kitchens. - [Roots Rx: All About Hollyhocks](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-hollyhocks-zm0z17uzqui/) - Our companions throughout history, hollyhocks are beneficial in the garden and to our health. Learn about growing hollyhocks and try recipes for a tea and skin soother. - [Icy, Herb-Infused Granitas](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-make-granitas-zm0z17uzcwil/) - This refreshing treat calls for garden ingredients and requires no specialty equipment. - [Preserving Tomatoes: A Primer](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/preserving-tomatoes-zm0z17uzqui/) - Learn the basics of water bath canning tomatoes, and store your crop with these simple recipes for canning tomatoes and oven-drying them. - [Delightful Dill](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-grow-dill-zm0z17uzcwil/) - Learn about growing, storing, and cooking with dill to take advantage of crisp dill flavor in summer dishes. - [Family Heirloom Stories: 'Seven Sisters' Rose, 'Moneymaker' Tomato, Fernleaf Peony, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/moneymaker-tomato-zm0z17uzqui/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants. - [Hollyhock Soother for Skin and Hair](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/hollyhock-recipe-zm0z17uzqui/) - Make this hollyhock “tea” for the bath or combine with vinegar for a hair conditioner - [How Seed Swaps Inspire Heirloom Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-seed-swaps-inspire-heirloom-gardening-zb0z1606/) - Seed swaps are the perfect way to inspire new gardeners to take up heirloom gardening. The interesting cultivars, fascinating histories, and connections with other local gardeners help create rewarding home gardens while nurturing heirloom seed exchange within the community. - [Tater Tales](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/tater-tales-zb0z1706/) - Fingerling potatoes are excellent container plants and are delicious in fresh potato salad. Early Appalachian settlers used underground storage caves, called Tater Tunnels, to store tubers, inspiring imaginative fears for children who dared to enter the dark recesses. - [When to Transplant Roses](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/when-to-transplant-roses-zm0z17uzkin/) - Keep these tips in mind while transplanting roses to ensure a successful move. - [Summer 2017 Gardener's Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/gardeners-almanac-summer-2017-zm0z17uzmul/) - Mark your calendars — here are the dates to remember in summer 2017! - [Interactive Map Teaches About Legendary Ethnobotanist](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/richard-evans-schultes-zm0z17uzkin/) - The Amazon Conservation Team has built a fun and informational learning tool for anyone interested in learning about Richard Evan Schultes, the father of modern ethnobotany. - [Hydroponic Farming: Organic or Not?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/organic-certification-zm0z17uzkin/) - Farmers and food advocates nationwide are debating whether produce grown hydroponically should be considered organic. - [Succession Planting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/succession-planting-zm0z17uzmar/) - Make the most of your garden space by cultivating ways to harvest fresh vegetables in all four seasons. - [Photosynthesis for Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/photosynthesis-reaction-zm0z17uzkin/) - Photosynthesis isn’t nearly as efficient as you may think. - [Skin-Soothing Calendula Salve](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/calendula-salve-zm0z17uzkin/) - This Calendula salve recipe is a topical application that’s safe to use for skin problems. - [Profitable, Small-Scale Flower Farming](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/flower-farm-zm0z17uzkin/) - Cut flowers are one of the highest-grossing crops per acre. Create a debt-free farm and surround yourself with beauty by following this expert advice. - [How to Attract Fireflies: Nature's Natural Light Show](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-attract-fireflies-zm0z17uzkin/) - Don’t let the lights go out. Fashion a firefly sanctuary to attract these whimsical creatures to your backyard. - [How to Save Seeds from Biennial Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/seed-saving-biennial-crops-zm0z17uzkin/) - Take your seed-saving know-how to the next level by learning how to keep seeds from open-pollinated biennials, including beets and Swiss chard. - [How to Can Crisp Pickles](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/how-to-make-crisp-pickles-zm0z17uzkin/) - Follow these tips to make sure your canned pickles stay crisp. - [Himalayan Blackberries: Wicked Brambles](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/himalayan-blackberry-zm0z17uzmar/) - Yes, its fruit is delicious, but this invasive blackberry shrub has an attitude problem. - [Grow Goji Berries](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/grow-goji-berries-zm0z17uzmar/) - These little berries are expensive to buy, so growing goji will bring you valuable fruit throughout the season. - [Fruit Walls: Urban Farming in the 1600s](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/fruit-walls-zm0z17uzmul/) - For centuries before modern greenhouse glass, urban farmers harvested solar energy using walls with thermal mass. - [Garden Smarter, Not Harder](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/raised-bed-gardens-zm0z17uzkin/) - Heirloom Gardener’s Editor-in-Chief, Hank Will, experiments with raised bed gardening to help ease his aching back. - [Heirloom Table Beets](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-table-beets-zm0z17uzmar/) - Relish the history behind these rare, earthy, and (usually) ruby-colored edible roots. - [Gardener's Salve: 7 Plants for Healthy Hands](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/gardeners-salve-zm0z17uzkin/) - Protect your hardworking hands and use your garden’s bounty to its full extent by crafting herb-infused, soothing salves. - [Healing Mallows](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/healing-mallows-zm0z17uzmar/) - These flowering herbs will soothe your body’s aches and inflammations while pleasing your eyes with their prolific blooms. - [Free, Homemade Liquid Fertilizers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/homemade-liquid-fertilizers-zm0z17uzmar/) - Make these easy liquid fertilizers — then sit back and watch your seedlings and plants thrive! - [A-Maize-ing Maize: The History of Corn](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-corn-zm0z17uzkin/) - Corn was domesticated nearly 9,000 years ago and has a rich history throughout the Americas. - [Empowering Botanical Farmers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/traditional-medicinals-foundation-zm0z17uzkin/) - The non-profit Traditional Medicinals Foundation improves the lives and living conditions of the farmers who grow the ingredients for the parent company’s medicinal tea blends. - [A Plan for First-Year Gardeners](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/permanent-garden-beds-zm0z17uzkin/) - Establishing a garden can be overwhelming; here are a few tips to help prioritize a first-year garden. - [Understanding Plant Cell Components](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/plant-cell-components-zw0z1705zkin/) - Refresh your memory about plant organelles, including chloroplasts, the nucleus, the mitochondrion and more. - [Downloadable Beet Seed Packet](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/beet-seed-packet-zm0z17uzcwil/) - Download and print this DIY seed packet template to save your own heirloom beet seeds. - [Adventures at the Amish Plant Auction](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/adventures-at-the-amish-plant-auction-zb0z1705/) - My first plant auction was a huge learning opportunity. Check out the misadventures of my first Amish Plant auction and what happens when you send a in a city girl. - [The Year of Missing Martins](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/the-year-of-missing-martins-zb0z1705/) - Gardening requires a leap of faith and keeps gardeners humble when forces of nature cause crops to fail. Each year's challenges present disappointment, but also deliver joy with successful harvests. When migratory Purple Martins are absent, is it possible for other creatures to replace their company? - [Gardening with Chickens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/gardening-with-chickens-zb0z1705/) - Chicken tractors are for sale everywhere, and people are using their chickens as labor in the garden. However, it's not as easy as it looks. - [Medicinal Motherwort](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/medicinal-motherwort-zbspz1705zkin/) - Learn how to work with motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) to reduce anxiety and support overall wellness. - [Easy-to-Grow Heirloom Seeds to Try](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/easy-to-grow-heirloom-seeds-to-try-zb0z1704/) - Gain a deeper appreciation of farming by growing heirloom seeds. Passed down through generations, these seeds ripen just the same as they always have for hundreds of years. Here is a list of proven winners in my garden to try growing yourself this year. - [Gardening Outside the Box](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/gardening-outside-the-box-zb0z1704/) - When we let go of our ideas of what a vegetable garden should look like, we can create gardens that are more beautiful, fun and productive. - [Spring has Sprung...](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/spring-has-sprung-zb0z1704/) - Spring is in full swing on the coast, and it's time to plant our garden. - [A Do-It-Yourself Soil Blocker](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/do-it-yourself-soil-blocker-zb0z1704/) - Using basic metal and wood-working skills, use this as a guide to make your own homemade soil blocker when your seedlings begin to outgrow their current soil blocks. - [Fermenting Fresh Herbs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/fermenting-fresh-herbs-zbspz1704zkin/) - Think beyond sauerkraut, kimchi, and pickles for your next home fermentation project. - [Potato Portal](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/potato-portal-zb0z1704/) - Planting potatoes conjures childhood memories, inspiring a gardener to pass along a grandfather's instructions to another generation. - [Highlights from the Philadelphia Flower Show 2017](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/philadelphia-flower-show-2017-zb0z1704/) - The Philadelphia Flower Show is an annual event that draws visitors from around the globe. The 2017 theme was "Holland: Flowering the World." - [Best Cucumbers for Crunchy Pickles](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/best-cucumbers-for-crunchy-pickles-zbspz1703zkin/) - By using cucumber cultivars that are small and thin-skinned, you have a higher chance of fermenting crisp pickles batch after batch. - [My Favourite Native Cut Flowers (Right Now)](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/native-cut-flowers-zb0z1703/) - If you're a fan of naturalistic floral arranging with wild blooms, check these ones out. - [Fields on Fire](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/fields-on-fire-zb0z1703/) - Used by agrarian societies for years, prescribed burning is a beneficial practice for farmers. - [Ivan Tomato, 2nd Year: From Kitchen Window to Market Booth](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/kitchen-window-to-market-booth-zb0z1703/) - The story continues with the second year of the Ivan Tomato Rescue Project. Learn how we started an entire market booth worth of plants from my kitchen windows. - ["A master's degree in horticulture means you can grow everything!" Or not...](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/masters-in-horticulture-zb0z1703/) - Once people find out that you have a degree in horticulture, they immediately assume that you have all the answers and that gardening is effortless. Unfortunately, there are some problems that really have no easy solutions. - [Plan a Hydrosol Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/plan-a-hydrosol-garden-zbspz1703zkin/) - Use homegrown plants to distill your own hydrosols, or “floral waters,” which can be used in body care and cleaning products, mixed into refreshing drinks, and sprayed as air fresheners. - [Best Plants for Dried Arrangements](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/best-plants-for-dried-arrangements/) - Extend your floral season by growing and preserving more dried flowers for at home and the market. - [Grandmother Never Threw Anything Away](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/grandmother-never-threw-anything-away-zb0z1703/) - Grandmother's thriftiness leads to an artful record of crops grown on the farm. - [Which Lavender Cultivars Grow Best in the Panhandle?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/grow-lavender-in-florida-zm0z17szfis/) - Lavender is difficult to establish in a Southern garden, but not impossible! Try these tips. - [What's the Best Soil Recovery Plan after Early Blight Hits?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/soil-recovery-plan-zm0z17szfis/) - The common advice for blight isn’t always the best solution; try these tips to recover your garden soil instead. - [The ‘Ivan’ Tomato Rescue Project](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/ivan-tomato-zm0z17szfis/) - Read how blogger Laura Flacks-Narrol saved this heirloom tomato cultivar from going extinct. - [Step-by-Step Vermicomposting](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-vermicompost-zm0z17szfis/) - Small but mighty, worms can help transform food waste into high-quality compost that’s rich in nutrients. - [‘Victoria’ Rhubarb: The Gold Standard](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/victoria-rhubarb-cultivar-zm0z17szfis/) - This classic heirloom rhubarb cultivar is prized throughout the world for its superior flavor, color, and size. - [Spring 2017 Gardener's Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/spring-2017-gardeners-almanac-zm0z17szfis/) - Mark your calendars — here are the dates to remember in spring 2017! - [Spring Companions: Turnips and Peas](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/spring-recipes-zm0z17szfis/) - Turnips and peas are staples of spring that can be enjoyed in some simple and healthy recipes. - [Perennial Pals](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/growing-perennial-crops-zm0z17szfis/) - Read how Heirloom Gardener’s editor-in-chief learned to love perennial crops when his family chose to grow one particular type of rhubarb. - [Recipes to Use Spring Blooms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/use-spring-blooms-zm0z17szfis/) - Create your own sweet honeysuckle syrup or fragrant rose water with fresh spring blooms. - [Lovely Lilies: Heirloom Crinums](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/crinum-bulbs-zm0z17szfis/) - The bulbs of heirloom crinums are fragrant, lovely, and something you can pass along to the next generation of gardeners. - [Saving Heirloom Collards](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-collard-seeds-zm0z17szfis/) - The new Heirloom Collard Project seeks to document and protect hard-to-find collard seeds throughout the nation. - [Plant-Based Dyes: Indigo, Madder, and Weld](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/create-natural-dyes-zm0z17szfis/) - If you can cultivate these three primary color plants, then you can create your own bright, natural dyes. - [How Plants Use Nitrogen](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/nitrogen-in-soil-zm0z17szfis/) - Learn how complex nitrogen molecules are transformed into a substance that plants’ roots can access and use. - [How to Start Beekeeping](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/how-to-start-beekeeping-zmspz17szfis/) - Before you begin keeping bees, read about the tools and scheduling it might require, as well as the benefits of becoming a backyard apiarist. - [Living Willow Sculptures and Fences](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/living-willow-sculptures-zm0z17szfis/) - Find inspiration on how to work with willow rods and create your own unique fences, arbors, and more. - [How to Differentiate Between Jerusalem Artichokes and Wild Sunflowers](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/jerusalem-artichokes-zm0z17szfis/) - Both of these plants are edible with yellow flower heads; the distinctions between them are subtle but distinct. - [Greening Paris: The City of Light](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/paris-urban-agriculture-zm0z17szfis/) - Urban agriculture plans will help Paris, France, become a more resilient and environmentally-friendly city by the year 2020. - [Grow Turmeric and Ginger in Any Climate](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-ginger-and-turmeric-zm0z17szfis/) - These edible, flavorful roots thrive best in warmer climates, but with the proper attention and know-how you can grow them almost anywhere. - [Feedback from Our Readers: Spring 2017](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/reader-feedback-zm0z17szfis/) - Humbled by both the praise and advice from our valued readers, we want to share some feedback we’ve received. - [Cold-Hardy Avocados](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-northern-avocados-zm0z17szfis/) - Discover these northern avocado cultivars that are hardy enough to survive without much heat. - [Family Heirlooms: Apples, Palms, Ferns, and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/family-heirloom-plants-zm0z17szfis/) - Readers share stories of treasured family plants passed down for generations. - [Coir in the Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/coir-for-gardening-zm0z17szfis/) - Try using coir— the pith from coconut processing that’s more sustainable than peat moss and just as effective as a growing medium. - [Famous Gardeners’ Favorite Hoes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/favorite-garden-hoes-zm0z17szfis/) - Garden hoes have been around nearly as long as gardening. Despite their timeless design, different gardeners reach for certain hoes first. - [Cherishing Spicebush](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/spicebush-shrub-zm0z17szfis/) - This spicy, lemony shrub with its rich history needs a reintroduction into the kitchens and medicine cabinets of North America. - [Citizen Science Project: The Big Bug Hunt](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/the-big-bug-hunt-zm0z17szfis/) - Reports of bug sightings through this revolutionary project have already helped show patterns of pest attacks. Help The Big Bug Hunt go viral in 2017! - [Around the World with the Hot Pepper](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/chile-peppers-zm0z17szfis/) - From its discovery in Toltec kingdoms to its use in modern kitchens, follow the journey of the traditional chile pepper. - [Ancient and Heirloom Beans](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-beans-zm0z17szfis/) - Similarly pleasing to see and to taste, heirloom beans have a long and colorful past. - [Birds and Bees...](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/birds-and-bees-zb0z1702/) - Spring is in sight and new projects abound. There will be new family members soon, and we can't wait. - [Dreaming My Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/dreaming-my-garden-zb0z1702/) - Join me while I visualize my garden, gaining useful insights for the coming growing season. - [Grow Arnica for a Homemade Sore Muscle Salve](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/grow-arnica-for-homemade-sore-muscle-salve-zbspz1702zkin/) - Grow your own arnica to make a simple salve for soothing sore muscles, bruises, and osteoarthritis pains. - [My Grandmother's Heirloom Tomato Pasta Sauce](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/my-grandmothers-heirloom-tomato-pasta-sauce-zb0z1702/) - Heirloom tomatoes make the best pasta sauce. Canning this sauce when your tomatoes are ripe means having homemade pasta sauce available year-round, especially enjoyable mid-winter. - [Calendula: Not Just a Pretty Face](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/calendula-not-just-a-pretty-face-zb0z1702/) - Calendula may look like “just another flower,” but by looking a little deeper, you will find the true magic inside. - [Carnations Make a Comeback](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/carnations-make-a-comeback-zb0z1702/) - Forget what you saw at the supermarket and get a good look at these fragrant classical blooms. - [How to Start a Garden When You Don't Know Anything: Step 1](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/start-a-garden-step-1-zb0z1702/) - Step one for people who want to garden but don't know where to start. - [Which Rock Star Plants Should You Grow to Maximize Your Garden Yield?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/which-rock-star-plants-should-you-grow-to-maximize-your-garden-yield/) - Have you wondered how to pick the right plants for your garden? If so, this blog gives you some tips on how to pick the rock star plants that bring in a crowd. - [A Zest for Life](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/a-zest-for-life-zb0z1702/) - Join The Farm Foodie on her journey from the East Coast to the Midwest. Learn how to create delicious and healthy gluten-free meals with the help of local farmers markets and you backyard garden. Plus, you are guaranteed a few laughs along the way! - [Sprouting Winter Energy Food](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/sprouting-winter-energy-food-zb0z1702/) - To combat winter's frustrating growing season, grow sprouts indoors. Loaded with nutritional punch, sprouts are delicious and full of plant energy. With a few basic tools, it is easy to grow these versatile plants. - [7 Reasons You Should Teach Gardening](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/7-reasons-you-should-teach-gardening-zb0z1702/) - Teaching gardening is fun, rewarding and a great way to make the world a better place. - [Winter Garden Foraging](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/winter-garden-foraging-zb0z1701/) - Even in winter, organic gardens produce abundant free food for foragers. Creasy greens, packed with nutritional punch, and oyster mushrooms, wild delicacies, make delicious "free food" pizza. - [And So the New Year Begins...](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/and-so-the-new-year-begins/) - It's winter, and the garden beds are no longer filled with tomatoes and peppers, but gardeners never stop gardening. - [How to Make a Materia Medica](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/make-a-materia-medica-zbspz1701zkin/) - Learn how to make a beautiful materia medica with in-depth plant profiles and botanical illustrations. - [6 Ways to Cut Seed Costs](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/6-ways-to-cut-seed-costs/) - Buying seeds for your garden can really add up! Here are six ways to save money on seeds. - [When Things Get Shady](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/when-things-get-shady-zb0z1701/) - A list of shade loving (or tolerating) plants. - [Wishful Thinking](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/wishful-thinking-zb0z1612/) - Seed catalogs are to adult gardeners what Christmas wish books are to children. Colorful photographs and intriguing descriptions make it difficult to resist temptation, even for those who grow large gardens. - [Saving Pepper Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/saving-pepper-seeds-zm0z16wzmar/) - Spice up your vegetable garden by mastering these simple methods for saving your own pepper seeds to plant next year. - [Green Thumb](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/green-thumb-zb0z1612/) - I may not have inherited my mother's green thumb, but I did inherit her love of gardening. - [Christmas Greens and Dreams of Spring](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/christmas-greens-and-dreams-of-spring-zb0z1612/) - The last bit of green in the greenhouse prompts planning for next year’s garden. - [The Ivan Tomato Goes from Indiegogo to Farmers Market](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-ivan-tomato-goes-from-indiegogo-to-farmers-market/) - Follow the Journey of the Ivan Tomato as it makes its way through an Indiegogo Campaign to its first season at market. - [Lead in Urban Soil](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/lead-in-soil-zm0z16wzqui/) - Learn about safe levels of lead in soil, testing soil for lead, lead remediation, and how to take a few simple precautions to take when gardening in urban soil. - [Edible Heirloom Alliums](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/edible-bulbs-zm0z16wzmar/) - Make every savory dish a little bit tastier by exploring the flavors offered by these edible bulbs. - [Favorite Seed Catalogs for Winter Reading](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/favorite-seed-catalogs-zm0z16wzfol/) - Heirloom Gardener’s Editor-in-Chief, Oscar H. Will (Hank), reflects on seed catalogs that he enjoyed reading as a child during long, North Dakota winters. - [National GMO Labeling Bill Signed into Law](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/gmo-labeling-bill-zm0z16wzfol/) - The 2016 “National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard” sets national guidelines for labeling GM ingredients; however, many believe the guidelines are too obscure. - [State of the World's Plants](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/state-of-the-wrolds-plants-zm0z16wzfol/) - Kew Garden’s “State of the World’s Plants” report provides fascinating insight about the modern understanding of plants. - [Marvelous Mirabelle Plum Trees](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/mirabelle-plum-tree-zm0z16wzmar/) - This plum of a tree bears heirloom fruit that’s perfect for jams, jellies, tarts, and brandy. - [Family Heirlooms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/heirloom-plants-zm0z16wzqui/) - Readers share stories of treasured heirloom plants. - ["Sure Cure": Folk Remedies for Smallpox, Snakebite and More](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/folk-remedies-zm0z16wzmar/) - Preserved in a museum archive, a 150-year-old medical log spells out old remedies that predate our modern understanding of diseases, their causes, and their cures. - [How to Grow Nasturtiums](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-to-grow-nasturtiums-zm0z16wzmar/) - Add a pop of color to your garden and a spicy tang to your food by growing and cooking with peppery nasturtiums. - [Seed Savers Exchange: Annual Conference and Campout](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/seed-savers-exchange-zm0z16wzfol/) - Every summer, members and friends of the nonprofit Seed Savers Exchange gather in the Bluff Country of northeast Iowa for a weekend of gardening workshops, facility tours, and seed swapping that’s sure to make any seed lover’s heart skip a “beet.” - [Defining True Fruits](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/defining-true-fruits-zm0z16wzfol/) - Why isn’t a cashew a nut? Learn the answer to this question and more in the second installment of our Herbarium department, in which we explain the different types of plants and the scientific logic behind their classification. - [Reminiscing on the Wonderful Summer Memories of Our Childhood](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/reminiscing-summer-memories-of-childhood-zmaz14uzsbak/) - Editor in Chief Emilee Gettle reminisces on childhood summers and the importance of continuing offering those experiences to future generations. - [Fetching Flax: Plants for Fiber, Beauty and Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/flax-flower-zm0z16wzkin/) - Connect with the ancient flax flower’s sky-blue blooms and enjoy an heirloom harvest of fine flax fibers and nutritious oilseeds. - [New Christmas Traditions](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/new-christmas-traditions-zb0z1612/) - Get a head start making homemade holiday gifts this year to free up quality family time and minimize the stress of the holiday season as much as possible. - [Elizabeth White: The Blueberry Queen](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/elizabeth-coleman-white-zm0z16wzfol/) - Elizabeth Coleman White made it her life’s work to bring her beloved blueberries to the mainstream agricultural market. - [Types of Poppies for a Showy Spring](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/types-of-poppies-zm0z16wzfol/) - Colorful explosions of early spring poppy blooms are sure to prompt countless conversations regarding the poppy family’s long and fascinating history. - [What is an Heirloom Seed?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/what-is-an-heirloom-seed-zm0z16wzfol/) - The staff at Seed Savers Exchange discusses the origin of the word “heirloom” and how they differentiate heirloom seeds from others on the market. - [Winter's Larder: Parsnips and Pears](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/parsnips-and-pears-zm0z16wzqui/) - Learn all about growing, storing, and cooking with parsnips and pears, and try these delicious recipes. - [Winter 2016 Gardener's Almanac](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/winter-2016-gardeners-almanac-zm0z16wzkin/) - Mark your calendars; here are the dates that gardeners and naturalists alike won’t want to miss for winter 2016/2017. - [Growing Magnificent Microgreens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-microgreens-zmaz16wzmar/) - Small in size but big on flavor, learn how to grow microgreens for a year-round crop that’s perfectly at home in the kitchen. - [Revitalizing Shiso](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/growing-shiso-zmaz16wzqui/) - What is shiso? Beloved in Asia, yet rarer in the United States, the mint family’s fast-growing shiso benefits our health and adds an interesting flavor to dishes. - [Crosnes, Salsify, and Skirret: Rare Root Crops](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/crosnes-salsify-skirret-zmaz16wzkin/) - Grow crosnes, salsify, and skirret in your winter garden, and then incorporate the unique flavors of these root crops into your cooking. - [Tips for Storing Canned Goods in an Unheated Garage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/storing-canned-goods-zmaz16wzkin/) - If an unheated garage is your only option for storing canned foods, then follow these instructions to keep your canned goods safe and flavorful. - [Should I Weed Out Volunteer Tomato Seedlings?](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/volunteer-tomatoes-zmaz16wzkin/) - When rogue tomato seedlings pop up from last year’s crop, will they resemble their parent plant or create a new cultivar? - [Uses for Tobacco in the Organic Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/uses-for-tobacco-zmaz16wzkin/) - Tobacco is a traditional gardening tool for killing unwanted pests, but this old-time technique has its flaws. - [Echinacea Throat Spray](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/echinacea-for-sore-throat-zmaz16wzkin/) - Mix up some of this Echinacea spray for sore throat troubles. - [Health Benefits of Echinacea and Sage](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/health-benefits-of-echinacea-zmaz16wzkin/) - Explore the benefits of sage and Echinacea for sore throat, respiratory ailments, and more. Try the sage herbal tea infusion or Echinacea throat spray recipe below. - [Feedback From Our Readers: Winter 2016](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/artemisia-vulgaris-zmaz16wzkin/) - We consider every phone call, email, and social media comment carefully, and we’re humbled by the praise and advice that readers have shared. - [How to Clean and Repair Garden Tools](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/how-to-clean-tools-zmaz16wzkin/) - Don’t give your garden tools the cold shoulder this winter. Use this time to provide some well-deserved maintenance for your hardest working tools so they’re ready to swing into action come spring. - [Fruits of the World](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/fruits-of-the-world-zb0z1612/) - The tale of an adventure to a farm in Guatemala which is growing and experimenting with fruits from all over the world. - [Rocket's Fall Launch](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/rockets-fall-launch-zb0z1612/) - Packed with dense nutrients and peppery flavor, the leafy green arugula originated in the Mediterranean thousands of years ago. Touted as aiding in health benefits for the heart, eyes and weight management, arugula may also possess aphrodisiacal powers. Considered exotic until several years ago, arugula's popularity in US kitchens is growing. - [Global Greens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/global-greens-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Move over spinach and collards, and welcome the exotic leafy greens like amaranth, calloloo, and purslane. - [In Praise of the Pumpkin](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/in-praise-of-the-pumpkin-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Explore Autumn's ubiquitous squash. The pumpkin is a fall fruit with a rich heritage and flexible flavor that has been used for centuries. - [Giving Thanks](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/giving-thanks-zb0z1611/) - An old farmhouse finds new life as a family gathering place. - [Making Gardening a Social Event](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/social-gardening-zb0z1611/) - Many times, we garden alone, but there are many ways to make gardening a social affair. Garden swaps and canning parties are just a couple of fun ways to bring your gardening onto the social scene. - [Homegrown Traditions](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/homegrown-traditions-zb0z1611/) - Celebrate the true meaning of Thanksgiving by serving food grown, made, or foraged by you and your family. - [Ethnic Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/ethnic-seeds-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Join Emilee Gettle and her family as they journey through Thailand in search of heirloom seeds. - [Heirloom Expert: Annuals vs Perennials](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/annuals-vs-perennials-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Doug Oster offers advice on transistioning from a garden of annuals to perennials. - [Beyond Canning](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/beyond-canning-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Wendy Kiang-Spray goes over many traditional food preservation methods and their heritage. - [Cool Season Salad Greens](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/cool-season-salad-greens-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Eat salad from your garden year round with these expert tips. - [Time to Save Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/time-to-save-seeds-zmaz13fcbru/) - Emilee Gettle discusses the importance of seed saving and encourages all to save seeds for our children to inherit. - [Heirloom Expert: Guilty to Giddy](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/guilty-to-giddy-zmaz13fzcbru/) - If you need a break from the everyday maintenance woes of your summer garden, you aren't alone! Relief is on the way in the form of fall. - [How to Grow and Use Horseradish](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/horseradish-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This ancient root provides the perfect balance of taste and health benefits. - [Heirloom Expert: Impatiens Problems](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/heirloom-expert-impatiens-problems-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Find the answer to downy mildew, replanting, and other impatiens problems. - [Medicine of the Civil War](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/medicine-of-the-civil-war-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Learn about the plants that have played an important role in the evolution of American medicine. - [Sand Hill Gray Flint](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/sand-hill-gray-flint-zmaz13fzcbru/) - This heirloom variety corn is coming back from the brink of extinction. Learn about the versatile delicious Lenape corn. - [Vegetable Craft](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/vegetable-craft-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Add some vegetable beauty to your home this Fall. - [Napa Style](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/napa-style-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Napa Farmhouse Inn offers farm-fresh foods and a taste of the local lifestyle. - [The Great Pumpkin Patch](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/the-great-pumpkin-patch-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Join Mac Condill as he reflects on how his business grew to offer over 400 varieties of pumpkin and entertain over 50,000 guests each fall. - [The Soup Kitchen](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/the-soup-kitchen-zmaz13fzcbru/) - Fall's bounty comes together beautifully in one-pot meals. - [Don't Head Into Winter Without Putting Your Garden to Bed](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/garden-to-bed-zb0z1611/) - Although it might seem like not much is happening in your garden over the winter, nature is still at work. A few tasks this fall will ensure that next year's garden is less work and more abundance! - [Waste Not the Wonderful Watermelon](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/waste-not-the-wonderful-watermelon-zb0z1611/) - Fresh watermelon is a delicious treat and the fruit offers adventurous cooks a wealth of creative opportunities. Reduce food waste and try some of these suggestions, including a recipe for Spicy Watermelon Rind Pickles. - [The Real-Life Tragedy and Joy of Chicken Keeping](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/chicken-tragedy-and-joy-zb0z1611/) - Read about the ecstasy and agony that is allowing Mother Nature to guide the fate of your flock. - [Extreme Heat: Gardening in the Low Desert](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/extreme-heat-gardening-low-desert-zmaz13uzaeva/) - One Arizona gardener shares her ongoing journey to combat the high heat and make her desert garden thrive. - [How I Saved the Ivan Tomato - It's all in the Story](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/how-i-saved-the-ivan-tomatoits-all-in-the-story/) - When starting an agricultural business no one expects to hear that it all fell into place. No one expects to unearth the story of a veteran struggling with PTSD finding life renewed in a nursery. No one expects to find the team and connects exactly when you need them. Yet in the Ivan Tomato Rescue Project we did. Read on to discover the saga of how we did it. - [Deforestation and Hurricanes](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/news/deforestation-and-hurricanes-zb0z1611zsgre/) - Discover the effects of deforestation on land, weather and what can be done to help. - [Organic Gardening is for the Birds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/organic-gardening-is-for-the-birds-zb0z1611zsgre/) - Migratory birds are welcome helpers in the garden, but they, along with other food chain members, are constant mortality reminders for the gardener. - [The Winter Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-winter-garden-zb0z1610/) - The heat has subsided and the rains have returned. It's time to plant our winter garden and grow our own Asian food. - [Things That Go ‘Squish’ In the Night](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/things-that-go-squish-in-the-night-zb0z1803/) - Why you should always wear your glasses and shoes when taking the dog out at 1:30 a.m. - [The Contained Vegetable Garden](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/contained-vegetable-garden-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Eliminate garden-plot problems by growing in pots. - [Colorful Jewels](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/colorful-jewels-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Native to Asia, camellias have a rich history from Europe to the Antebellum South. - [5 Fabulous Ferments](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/five-fabulous-ferments-zb0z1611/) - Fermenting is a healthy and nutritious way to preserve your produce, but there are tons you can do besides sauerkraut. Check out these 5 favorite ferments we can't get enough of! - [Lemon Balm](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/lemon-balm-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Learn the medicinal and culinary uses of lemon balm, how to grow it, and how to make your own traditional carmelite water. - [Seeds of Hope](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/seeds-of-hope-zmaz13uaeva/) - A long-shot trip to Africa results in new gardens, food, and goodwill for African orphanages. - [Garlic Chive Scapes, Versatile and Delicious](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/garlic-chive-scapes-versatile-and-delicious-zb0z1610/) - Long after spring hardneck garlic scape season, garlic chives form another scape, delighting professional chefs and home cooks with a delicious culinary treat. Mild garlic flavor shines in Potato and Garlic Chive Scape Soup. Celebrate summer's end by making this comforting recipe. - [The Benefits of Chickweed Salve](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/the-benefits-of-chickweed-salve-zb0z1611zsgre/) - Chickweed is a beneficial plant found in many yards. Though some gardeners think of it as a nuisance, it makes a useful salve for soothing inflammamation. - [Give Your Garden the Gift of Hugelkultur](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/give-your-garden-gift-hugelkultur-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Hugelkultur, or the process of incorporating rotting wood into your garden, can be a simple and sustainable way to revitalize your green space. - [Taste of Africa](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/taste-of-africa-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Enjoy the diversity of a continent right in your backyard by growing some of Africa's tastiest fruits and vegetables. - [Tons of Tomatillos](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/tons-of-tomatillos-zmaz13uzaeva/) - What's not to love about a plant that requires little fussing, has huge yields, and is less susceptible to pests than tomatoes? The tomatillo is an easy-to-grow garden gem. - [Row Crops by Hand](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/row-crops-by-hand-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Learn how to plant row crops without the use of expensive machinary by using hand tools such as a scythe and tiller. - [Bear Creek Farms](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/profiles/bear-creek-farms-zmaz13uzaeva/) - A look into Bear Creek Farms and what it takes to be a Certified Organic grower. - [Heirloom Counterculture](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/heirloom-counterculture-zmaz13uzaeva/) - The origins of heritage foods revivals from 1980 to 1985. - [Garden Envy Led to a Thriving Tropical Paradise](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/garden-envy-led-to-a-thriving-tropical-paradise-zb0z1610/) - Every region has beautiful flowers that favor the local environment. While the traditional cottage garden may be out of the question, with a little research, you can create your own flower-filled haven for butterflies and hummingbirds. - [Recipe: Tofu and Mushroom Soup with Shiso](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/tofu-and-mushroom-soup-with-shiso-zb0z1610/) - This tasty vegetarian soup is ready in 40 minutes. - [Sweet Taste of Summer](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/sweet-taste-of-summer-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Open-pollinated sweet corn is a cut above the rest. - [Shades of Blue](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/diy/shades-of-blue-zb0z1610/) - Pre-reduced Indigo is a quick and easy way to color all manner of natural fiber and fabrics in shades of blue. - [Why I Decided to Save the 'Ivan' Tomato](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/why-i-decided-to-save-the-ivan-tomato-zb0z1610/) - Sometimes you face a moment in life where you get to decide if you're going to make a difference. I faced that moment as I held the last seeds of a strain of tomatoes in my hands. I faced the decision to use my skills to share a fantastic tomato or to let it sink into obscurity. I decided that nature should win and the 'Ivan' Tomato should be enjoyed. Herein begins my story. - [12 All-Time Heirloom Tomato Favorites](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/plant-profiles/12-all-time-heirloom-tomato-favorites-zmaz13uzaeva/) - These 12 heirloom tomato cultivars are some of the most popular in the world; they're sure to become a welcomed addition to your garden as well. - [Heirloom Tomatoes? Be Still, My Heart ...](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/heirloom-tomatoes-be-still-my-heart-zb0z1609/) - As the last heirloom tomatoes are harvested, make roasted tomato soup to eat with fresh cornbread. - [Growing and Preserving Persimmon](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/food/growing-and-preserving-persimmon-zb0z1609/) - Persimmons put on a beautiful display in fall, and the fruits make delicious snacks when dried. - [Heirloom Expert: Life of Seeds](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/organic-gardening/heirloom-expert-life-of-seeds-zmaz13uzaeva/) - Will your old seeds still produce a crop? 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Sitting on the edge of one of the many terraces, - [Melinda Lund](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/biographies/melinda-lund/) - Just out of high school and early into her college education, Melinda started out in the business world — more specifically in banking. After a handful of years into her career, she realized that she liked talking about food much more than talking about money. Melinda and her husband decided to take a different path — - [Mary Jane Duford](https://www.motherearthgardener.com/biographies/mary-jane-duford/) - Mary Jane was raised in the Okanagan Valley — a region of Canada known for wineries, orchards, farms, and beaches. She left the area to study engineering in the city. Like many young engineers in Canada, she eventually began living and working in remote site locations up north. 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