While there are hundreds, if not thousands, of ways to consume zucchini fresh, preserving them turns out to be a bit trickier. You see, zucchini is a low-acid food. And if you know that much about canning, then you already have come to the wisdom that in order to safely preserve your glut of zucchini,…
Choosing perennials with long blooming periods won’t just bring welcome color to your garden. It will be great for pollinators and other wildlife too. And what’s good for the wildlife in your garden is good for you. Here are 20 of the longest blooming perennials for a wildlife-friendly and relatively low maintenance garden: 1. Astilbe…
Chives are one of those herbs that is incredibly useful, both in the garden and in the kitchen. If you do not already have some space for them on your property, this article should inspire you to find some. Whether you have a large garden or just a corner on a sunny windowsill, chives are…
For millennia, people have gathered together around a fire or a hearth. There is something very primal about congregating around a fire and gazing into flickering flames. Having a fire pit, or another means of cooking outdoors can allow us to connect with our primal selves. Burning wood can be a great way to move…
