Imagine tucking your garden in for a long winter’s nap, only to sneak in a little surprise under the covers—garlic. While most plants cringe at the thought of frost, garlic practically throws a party when planted before winter. This pungent powerhouse thrives in the cold, quietly building strength beneath the soil while the rest of…
Winter Plant Care
What’s a Frugal Gardener to do in the Snow?
Where I live, the snow has arrived and is here to stay. It’s been a month or so now that we’ve begun to shovel our walkway and donned our boots when heading outdoors. A month where I was happy to take a break from thinking about gardening tasks: I think a break is necessary…