When to Plant Vegetable Seeds

Wondering when to plant vegetable seeds? Confused by the information on packets? I know I am. Here’s a way to finally understand when to plant vegetable seeds.
Four Groups of Vegetable Seeds (and some fruits)

There are four groups of fruit and vegetable seeds when it comes to planting. Know this and know the average date of [...]

Garden Giving

I already know that you are a giving and sharing type of person. The question is, are you ready to do some garden giving?
Every year I plant radishes in the spring, even though I’m the only one in my house who eats them. I’m glad I do this because I get to share the harvest. [...]

Growing Great Vegetables in the Heartland

Growing Great Vegetables in the Heartland is a vegetable gardening book by Andrea Ray Chandler. Decide whether this is the book you need.
I’ve been on a search for a great vegetable growing book which covers everything I need to know for growing in Kansas, and which I would be happy to recommend to you.
How to [...]

Local Thanksgiving, Kansas Style – part 2

In Local Thanksgiving – part 1 I covered snacks and starters, meat, and drinks. It’s time to think about veggies, sides, and desserts. Yum!
What kind of desserts can you create from foods grown in Kansas. Will you have to fore-go cranberries? Read on.
Veggies to Grace Your Table

The growing season is over for most, but there [...]

Kids in the Holiday Kitchen

Once outdoor kids have run off some steam it’s time to get them involved with food in the kitchen. Holiday cooking with kids takes some patience, but after all holidays are about family; Thanksgiving is a great time to be cooking with kids.
There are many things for kids to do in the holiday kitchen. Kids [...]