Here's how to clean and cook pumpkin, store pumpkins, and more seasonal advice.
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We all know that herbs make great companions in the garden and kitchen. Herbs also have a long history as a natural remedy—and many other more unusual uses, too! Read on. . . |
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Before refrigeration, the root cellar was an essential way to keep carrots, turnips, beets, parsnips, potatoes, and other root vegetables fresh through the winter months. This time-tested storage method still makes sense today—whether you stock a root cellar with... |
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Late winter is a good time for pruning some trees and shrubs, as wound closure for plants begins in the spring. Pruning deciduous plants in the winter promotes fast regrowth in the spring, as most plants are dormant during the winter. It's also... |
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For easy reference, here is a chart showing the frost dates in the spring and fall for various U.S. cities. (Also, see our frost dates for Canada.) |








