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Why You Shouldn’t Compost These 3 Things—Even If TikTok Says It’s Fine

January 16, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Composting can feel like a magic trick: scraps disappear, and your garden seems to thank you with richer soil and healthier plants. But not all kitchen scraps belong in the compost pile. Those viral TikTok compost hacks might look convincing, but some of them could actually harm your compost, attract pests, or slow down the…

How to Create an Endless Food Supply from Your Kitchen Waste

February 18, 2025 by Vanessa Bermudez Leave a Comment

Did you know that growing food from kitchen scraps is incredibly easy and practically effortless? With just a little water, sunlight, and patience, you can regrow everything right in your own kitchen! Here’s how to get started. 1. Regrow Green Onions for an Endless Harvest Green onions are one of the easiest vegetables to regrow…

How To Get Free Seeds From The Government by Amanda Blankenship Seeds might seem like a small expense, but any seasoned…
Should I Use Enviro Ice On My Plants? by Kathryn Vercillo Every week, I receive food from Hungryroot. It's a great…
From Trash to Treasure: Transform Shredded Paper Into Garden Gold by Amanda Blankenship Should you use shredded paper as garden mulch? It might…
What Happens to Plants If You Use Enviro Ice on Them? by Amanda Blankenship About a year ago, I wrote our first article about…

Don’t Let Your Herbs Bolt—Pinching Tricks to Keep Cilantro and Basil Going

Fresh herbs can turn a simple meal into something unforgettable, but cilantro and basil often sprint to seed before gardeners enjoy a steady harvest. One week the leaves look lush and fragrant, and the next week tall stems shoot upward with flowers stealing energy from leaf production. Heat, long daylight hours, and inconsistent harvesting habits…

It’s Not Too Late! Start Sweet Potatoes and Pumpkins Now With Money-Saving Tips

A late start in the garden does not shut the door on a strong harvest of sweet potatoes and pumpkins. Many gardeners assume spring planting holds all the magic, yet warm-weather crops still respond well when planted with smart timing and care. Soil temperature, sunlight, and quick-growing strategies matter far more than the calendar date…

Skip the Transplants: These Warm-Weather Veggies Excel When Direct-Sown Now

Late spring heat opens a golden window for gardeners who want fast, reliable crops without the stress of transplant shock. Many warm-weather vegetables perform better when seeds go straight into the soil instead of starting in trays indoors. Direct sowing helps roots establish naturally, which leads to stronger plants that handle summer heat with confidence….

8 Beginning Gardening Tips That Will Make You a Better Grower

Gardening looks simple from the outside, but every sprout tells a different story once seeds hit the soil. New gardeners often feel excited at first, then quickly run into droopy leaves, stubborn soil, or plants that refuse to grow the way expected. The good news shows up fast: small changes in technique create big improvements…