Unless you have been living under a rock, you are probably quite familiar with the magazine, Better Homes and Gardens.  After all, Better Homes and Gardens is the fourth most popular selling magazine in all of the United States!  The incredibly popular magazine focuses on interests regarding homes, cooking, gardening, crafts, healthy living, decorating, and entertaining. The magazine was [...]

Gardens are a beautiful thing, after all that is what this magazine blog is all about.  However, have you ever stopped to think about the true meaning of the word, Garden?  That is what we are here to talk about today.  The fundamental basics of a true garden. A garden is a planned space, usually outdoors, [...]

Many people in the world are apartment dwellers.  Living in larger cities such as Los Angeles or New York City is it virtually impossible to not live in an apartment.  So, even though you may live in an apartment, like I did for the majority of my adult life so far, doesn’t mean you don’t [...]

I love growing basil! Yes, that statement deserves an exclamation point. The reason being, it is so easy to grow. All it takes is some water and proper climate and you have a delicious basil for every meal.  I usually keep mine in shadow boxes on my covered patio and make sure to water it [...]

I go through garlic by the truckload. I find ways to include it in just about any and every savory recipe I use. I love garlic in all cuisines from Italian, to Asian, to Indian. One of my favorite things to make is roasted garlic. I love, love, love to it! It is so delicious, [...]

I absolutely love and adore ginger! I use it weekly, if almost daily, in various recipes and drinks. One my favorite things to do is make a sweet ginger simple syrup and use it in various teas and cocktails! Ginger is such a delicious and spicy plant. It comes from the Zingiberaceae family and other [...]

Have you ever noticed how expensive organic fruits and vegetables is at the grocery store? I already spend way too much when I go to Whole Foods, but if I go with the organic selections I really break the bank. I love the idea of eating organic, but not paying the price. I have thought [...]

(ARA) – Whether tailgating, playing a game of catch with the kids, cheering on your favorite team from the stands or calling plays from the couch – fall means football. A few simple tips can keep outdoor projects from running interference on your weekend game schedule. Here are 10- to 15-minute garden and lawn drills [...]

A couple years ago I started my herb garden with a single window box.  I grew mint and it was lovely.  Since that time I have expanded my herb garden a little more and more each year.  I’m now growing: mint, lemon verbena, basil, sage, rosemary and thyme. I really enjoy growing herbs because literally [...]

Whether you live where it rains or where it pours, there’s a great, easy way you can conserve water for garden use. Where I live (Calif.) that’s a very big deal, as we Californians head into a third consecutive drought year. Rain “harvesting” isn’t a new concept, but let’s just say this oldie is a [...]