Food Crops & Edibles Archives - my Garden and Greenhouse

August 18, 20250

Now is Time to Transition to and Plant a Fall Garden

Recent surveys show that approximately 40% of Americans grow their own fruits and vegetables. These surveys aren’t counting the massive farms and

August 10, 20250

All your hard work is paying off with a bountiful harvest. Fresh produce is filling your garden, countertops, and refrigerator while the garden k

July 22, 20250

Figs have a long history, tracing back to 5000 BC and are mentioned many times in the Bible and historical documents. The Fig originated in the M

April 11, 20250

Summer will soon be upon us, and many gardeners have already gotten a jump on the growing season and started their seeds. As the weather gets warmer,

March 14, 20250

Paprika is a spice made from dried and ground sweet peppers, specifically Capsicum annuum. Its origins can be traced back to the Americas, where

March 1, 20250

Nothing beats the flavor of fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes. Keep them close by growing one or more in containers on your patio, balcony, or front

February 26, 20250

“Wild Hickory Nuts” was a famous phrase from an old breakfast cereal commercial from the last century brought to us by an ancient forager. The

January 29, 20250

I have a cat that is quite pesky. She jumps on my lap with her claws, she wakes me up in the morning and is always underfoot. Despite all her annoyan

January 23, 20250

Growing basil from seed is a simple, inexpensive way to keep fresh herbs at your fingertips. Basil is pretty commonly grown and you should have

December 19, 20240

Growing crops in winter may seem challenging, but with the right choices, a small greenhouse can yield plenty of fresh produce even in the coldes