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GARDENING

24 Solar Terms without Borders: Make America Healthy Again

In traditional China, the solar term Awakening of Insects (roughly March 5 – March 20) marks the time to plant beans. Unlike many crops that deplete the soil, beans do

Plum Blossoms at the Turning of Spring: Eight Classical Poems and the Spirit of Renewal at Lichun 2026

By Chen Jing Today marks Lichun, the beginning of spring. The east wind loosens the ice. Though the chill of late winter has not yet faded, the air between heaven
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (Q) Queen Anne’s Lace
Best Practice for Overwintering Plants
Fungus Fest 2025: a Mush-Anticipated Learning Event at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum
The Original Farmers: How Ants Mastered Agriculture Long Before Us
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (N) Nasturtium
Around the World With Cucumbers – 6 Exciting Ways to Enjoy This Summer Staple
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10 Ways to Enjoy Nature – Even When You’re Busy
In today’s fast-moving world, many of us are busy, busy, busy. Work, school, family, and daily responsibilities...
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Medlar – The Forgotten Fruit That Deserves an Encore
If you’re unfamiliar with medlar fruit, that’s not surprising. This unusual pome was popular in Medieval...
All You Need to Know About Truffles – The Treasured Tuber of the Fungal Kingdom
Neither root nor mushroom, truffles are a fungal delicacy that has been enjoyed for thousands of years...
Heroes of Ancient China: Shennong, the ‘Father of Agriculture’
To appreciate the ancient character Shennong in modern times, we only need to recall the words of  Mahatma...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (M) Marjoram
To know marjoram is to love it. This tender perennial from the mint family is a joy to behold in the...
Indoor Plant Problems and Solutions – Controlling Mold in Potting Soil
Winter poses many challenges for gardeners. We take great measures to protect our precious plants through...
Vanilla – A Common Flavor With an Uncommon History
One of the world’s favorite flavors — vanilla — is so versatile and ubiquitous that its name has become...
Exploring the Fresh Frontier: Highlights from the NY Produce Show 2024
The New York Produce Show and Conference — a premier event for the fresh produce industry in the U.S....
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs: (L) Lavender
Of the many medicinal herbs that begin with L, none has greater utility and lower maintenance than lovely...