GARDENING

While it is possible to smoke mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris), it is important to note that there can be hazards associated with smoking any substance. So in this article on smoking …

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) has a long history of use as a healing herb supported by tradition and science. We enjoy mugwort tea, but we wanted to learn more about mugwort …

Did you know that not only can you actually eat lemon peels, but that it’s really good for you? There are also many health benefits of lemon peels — as …

If you use a lot of lemons, whether it’s lemonade in summer, or daily lemon water like we enjoy, you’re probably wondering how to use lemon peels for other things …

When we first started looking into growing purple potatoes, one of the first things that came up were the Stokes purple sweet potatoes, Ipomoea batatas, also called, Stokes purple. So …

Growing radicchio as a perennial vegetable is easy, rewarding and — as with all perennials — is the gift that keeps on giving. Plant it once, then watch it grow …

We love purple majesty potatoes. They’re tasty, more nutritious than regular potatoes, and add lovely color to a dish or plate. Just as orange fruits and vegetables contain ample beta …

It’s well known that deer eat hostas (unfortunately). But are hostas edible for people? Yes! You can eat hostas, and while wildlife may eat them, it’s not good for pets. …

Using coffee grounds for plants has advantages and disadvantages. Many plant lovers who drink coffee are using coffee grounds as a fertilizer and to add to compost. But there’s confusion …

In the last weeks of winter, as bouts of warmer days refresh our gardening souls and beckon outside for eager walks, the early blue violets capture our rapt attention. Which …