It’s hard to imagine summer without homegrown tomatoes. Even if you don’t actually grow the luscious fruit in your own yard, you’ve likely searched local markets for tasty, summer fresh tomatoes – you
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Read “Mr Portwood’s Tomatoes” in Salvation South
It's a true story: the best tomatoes I ever ate were grown by Mr. Portwood in his home garden. I share how I got to know
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Grow These Easy Herbs in Your Summer Garden
Herbs are the gateway plants to gardening. There's no better time to get started
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Historic Oakland Cemetery in Spring
I spent a few days in March and April soaking up history in the warming spring weather at Historic Oakland Cemetery in
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Walking with Abra Lee at Oakland Cemetery
"Conquer the Soil" author Talks History and Horticulture
I stood on the path watching while Abra Lee knelt and
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How to Grow Lilies in Your Southern Garden
Lilies signal summer in the Southern garden. Beautiful Asiatic and Oriental lilies are easy to grow and offer dramatic
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Plan to Plant for Pollinators in Your Garden
Bring pollinators to your garden when you grow the plants they need for shelter and food. When you plant for
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A Stay at the Woolworth Lofts in Selma, Alabama
When you go to Selma, my friend said, you need to stay at the Woolworth Lofts. These renovated rooms atop the old
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Flowers, Poetry and Light at Selby Garden
I am starved for gardens and art. Two years of the homebound life has meant experiencing these worlds through screens on
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3 Shade-Loving Perennials in My Garden
My number one tip for gardening success is put the right plant in the right place. If you have sun, plant sun-loving
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