Sage is a versatile plant that is often dried and used in various recipes, traditional medicines, and rituals.  It grows rapidly and must be pruned often to keep the plant healthy, resulting in more material than you can use at once. Thankfully, you can dry sage at home by air-drying or using several kitchen appliances, … Read more

After devoting hours of care and attention to growing your tomato plants, the last thing you want to see are their leaves turning yellow. Yet, this is a common problem that almost all tomato gardeners will encounter at some point. In light of this, the first thing you need to do is to stay calm. … Read more

Tomato plants are extremely sensitive to cold weather, to such an extent that gardeners often report losing entire fields due to unexpected cold spells.  Generally, tomato plants require a minimum of three months of warm weather to ensure a bountiful harvest. As a result, it is best to sow your tomato seeds in the spring … Read more

Did you know that some of the tastiest tomato varieties are becoming harder to find? As a result, learning how to save tomato seeds can come in handy.  Fermentation aside, this is a relatively simple process, which can allow you to preserve your favorite varieties for years to come.  However, you’ll need to ensure that … Read more

Radishes are some of the easiest, beginner-friendly crops to grow since they are low maintenance and can survive most conditions.  Unfortunately, they have a short shelf-life, so it would be best to plan how to store your radishes before growing them or risk wasting your time and money. However, merely throwing your radishes onto the … Read more

Mint is one of the most popular herbs and is treasured for its culinary, therapeutic, and medicinal benefits.  It is easy to grow, but knowing how to harvest it can significantly affect the health and growth potential of the plant. To harvest mint, you can snip off individual branches or cut the entire plant, leaving … Read more

Kale is one of the tastiest and most nutrient-dense leafy vegetables you can add to your salads, wraps, or other recipes.  They are easy to grow, but knowing when to pick them makes a big difference in their flavor and texture. Generally, Kale should be harvested between 30 and 60 days after sowing by cutting … Read more