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Homegrown Mints for Cooling Libations: Mojitos and Juleps

Homegrown Mints for Cooling Libations: Mojitos and Juleps

Parched summer palates demand refreshments that are icy cold, wet, and flavorful.  For sophisticated adult palates, the mojito, a classic […]

Easy Okras for Hot Summer Gardens

Easy Okras for Hot Summer Gardens

Okra is a southern staple crop for several reasons. The tasty podded vegetable thrives in heat and even drought, and […]

America’s 10 Best-Tasting Tomatoes

America’s 10 Best-Tasting Tomatoes

Tomatoes are America’s favorite garden vegetable (technically fruit). That’s why each year there are loads of tomato taste tests across [&...

Bayberry for Landscapes and Candle Making

Bayberry for Landscapes and Candle Making

When we visit Cape Henlopen, Delaware along the Atlantic coast in fall, I always enjoy plucking a few waxy bayberries […]

Zesty Edible Flowers for Good Looks and Good Eats

Zesty Edible Flowers for Good Looks and Good Eats

Some edible flowers pack a big ornamental punch in the garden and an equally large flavor punch in the kitchen. […]