Best Soil Preparation Techniques for Cold-Climate Gardens Cold soils can be slow, wet, and stubborn—but with the right preparation they become rich, crumbly, and warm enough for strong harvests. This…
Cool-climate gardens can be breezy, damp, and short on heat. That’s great for tender greens—but also for hungry pests and grazers waking up with spring. Simple covers like insect netting,…
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Pumpkins bring sweet, nutty flesh for pies, soups, and roasting, plus seeds rich in minerals. Orange types are high in beta-carotene (vitamin A). Many compact and early varieties handle cool…
Plums offer sweet, juicy fruit for fresh snacks, jam, and baking. They bring fiber, vitamin C, and colorful antioxidants. Many types love cool summers and crisp nights, which help sugars…
Pears have sweet, buttery flesh with gentle floral notes. They are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and helpful plant antioxidants. Many pears bloom late and handle cool springs, which suits…
White currants are pale, translucent berries with a sweet, mild taste and gentle tartness. They are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, great for fresh eating, jelly, and baking. White…
Tarragon has a bright anise-citrus taste that lifts chicken, fish, eggs, and sauces like Béarnaise. Leaves carry antioxidants and helpful phytonutrients. French tarragon gives the best flavor and loves cool…
Mint brings bright, cooling flavor for tea, salads, sauces, and desserts. Spearmint is sweet and gentle, while peppermint is bold and menthol-rich. Leaves add vitamins A and K and refreshing…
Coriander (cilantro) gives two crops: fresh, citrusy leaves and warm, nutty seeds. Leaves add bright flavor to salads, curries, and tacos, and seeds season pickles and baking. The plant likes…