I've discovered that there are plenty of food plants that can be grown indoors during the cold half of the year, and few require any kind of special equipment.
Category: Herbs
Treat Garden-Related Bites and Rashes with Jewelweed
Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis) isn't just great for attracting pollinators: it's invaluable for treating insect bites and skin rashes.
Light-Dependent Germination
Are you struggling with starting plants from seeds? Many require direct sunlight to shake them awake and tell them to get growing already.
FTW Kitchen: Sorrel Soup
Sorrel's lemony flavour is an early springtime delight. This recipe showcases the perennial green in a fresh soup that's perfect for the occasional chilly evening.
5 Themed Container Gardens for Small Spaces
5 great themed container garden ideas for your balcony or patio.
7 Medicinal Herbs to Grow in Your Garden
Grow some of these amazing healing plant allies for your home apothecary cabinet!
7 Ways to Score Free Seeds for Your Garden
Vegetable and herb seeds can be expensive, so here are 7 great resources to score FREE seeds for your garden.
How “What the World Eats” Inspired a Modern Victory Garden
Author MK Martin shares her family's plans to create a modern "Victory garden", inspired by grandparents, and global eating habits.
Little Gardens for Little Friends: 8 Safe Plants for Herbivore Pets
Animal companions such as rabbits, chinchillas, and degus (as well as guinea pigs and mice) enjoy fresh produce as much as we do. Consider growing some of these tasty treats to share with your little friends.
Plant Ideas for a Spectacular Witch’s Garden
Are you thinking of cultivating a witchy-themed garden? Let these healing, creepy, and folklore-themed garden ideas inspire you.