In West Virginia, we know the value of making things last and getting the most out of what we have. That spirit extends beautifully to the kitchen, where you can easily turn everyday food scraps into a thriving little garden right on your windowsill! It’s not about fancy gourmet meals, but about fresh, accessible greens …
Have you ever tried to grow peas? I have a couple batches of plants started, some inside and some outside. The inside peas are about eight inches tall as I write. The outside peas have just broken ground. Peas are an annual vegetable, cool weather lover, and member of the pulse plants. Pea pods are …
Carrot top leaves can be used like parsley. Here I planted about one inch of the top of an organic carrot, keep some green stems or leaves attached, in soil to let the top grow. It is a slow process. I didn’t think to mark this one with the start date. You won’t grow another …
Finally! It’s the season to start indoor vegetables and I am both happy and flustered. I have several seeds in starter packs. I planted three tomatoes, four kale, lettuce varieties, and peppers. The peppers have been frustrating. Sweet peppers start slow. Plant peppers and tomatoes seeds at the same time and the tomatoes will outshine …
