I remember staying over at my relatives’ home as a kid and playing in a garden that was lush with all sorts of tomato plants that my aunt would care for. It was one of the first times I ever saw homegrown cherry tomatoes, and it stuck with me. I know how strange that sounds,…
I remember the very first time I sowed tomato seeds and the feeling of anticipation that influenced me to check the soil every day to see if they sprouted! I kept wondering to myself: how long do tomato seeds take to germinate? Under good conditions, tomato seeds typically germinate in 5 to 10 days, although…
Growing tomatoes from seeds is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to fill your garden with delicious homegrown fruit. A single packet of seeds can produce dozens of plants, and with the right conditions, most seeds germinate within a week. Once you taste the deliciously sweet and tangy flavor profile of your own home-grown…
Starting tomato seeds at the right time is one of the most important steps in growing healthy, productive plants. Sow them too early and they’ll become leggy or rootbound before transplanting. Sow them too late and you’ll shorten your growing season. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly when to start tomato seeds, how frost…
I dare you to approach someone who loves to be a part of the health and longevity space and ask them about the benefits of sprouts and microgreens. Watch closely how their eyes light up like fireflies! I’ve been on both sides of this interaction and let me tell you, sprouts are awesome. Given that…
My first introduction to Pak Choi took place within a rusty orange booth under a moody, warm white light that was glistening off the broth in my bowl of miso ramen soup. It was my first time eating ramen, and I was blown away by the kick of aromatic spice and fresh ingredients that were…
Since 2024 rolled in, I have set a goal for myself to grow as many vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers as possible in my garden. I know, I know, it’s an audacious goal and one that I didn’t know where to begin with. But the advice that helped me was to simply get started and…
Howdy, guys! It’s been quite a while since I’ve had some time to write an update for you, but I’ve been busy with my garden. June has been incredibly productive, and I have caught my stride in sprouting seeds and making space for more plants. Previously, I mentioned that I planted red cabbage and radishes….
It was in 2022 when I first had the pleasure of stumbling across a box of hibiscus tea at my local health store. I was hesitant, but the bursting red color and the promise of anti-inflammatory properties convinced me to brew and sip on this red flower. Boy, oh boy, was I more than surprised….
I was scrolling through my gallery the other night and found some pictures of the DIY wooden planter box we built a few years ago. I completely forgot that I had taken these pictures but I wanted to share them with you. I genuinely feel like one of the best ways to grow vegetables that…