Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean region. Its name comes from the Latin words ros (dew) and marinus (sea), meaning “dew of the sea.” Ancient Greeks and Romans considered rosemary a symbol of remembrance, love, and fidelity. In the kitchen, it’s...
In Green Acres, Eddie Albert abandoned the big city to try farming in a three-piece suit. How he and his socialite wife managed to survive is one of television’s great mysteries. He could have stayed in New York and built a container garden instead. Maybe not...
Straw bales conjure up images of hay rides, old episodes of Hee Haw on YouTube, and livestock at feeding time. But did you know they’re increasingly popular in urban gardens? No garden plot required! They’re a perfect medium for veggies, herbs, flowers —...
If top chefs ever put it to a vote, basil would be numero uno in the kitchen, captain of the Herb Team, and Most Likely to Succeed (or end up in sauce). It’s easy to see why. This aromatic herb can bring a dish to life with a fresh, savory sweetness, from...
Growing borage for companionship? We must be kidding, right? We’re dead serious. You may not appreciate the companionship, but your tomatoes and strawberries do. Among its many virtues, borage is a companion plant that repels garden pests and attracts native...
The spiral is one of nature’s most perfect forms. Rose petals spiral out from the center of the bud. Seashells, galaxies, and hurricanes follow a breathtaking spiral pattern. Spirals maximize space, resources, and distribution. The Fibonacci spiral governs the...
