Kevette Minor Kane

November marks a significant shift in the garden and on the farm. In temperate zones, the last of the autumn crops are harvested, and the focus turns to preparing the land for winter. As the year winds down, November invites us to slow our pace and deepen our roots—literally and figuratively. In USDA Zone 7a, gardeners are wrapping up fall harvests and prepping for winter.  Overwintering Your Garden in Zone 7A (USA): How to Grow Garlic Garlic is a garden rockstar.   Plant it in the fall, and...

Get ready to grow your own fresh herbs! This simple, six-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from expanding the peat pellet to harvesting your first batch for a delicious addition to your favorite meals. Let's get planting! A quick guide: 1. Prep the Pellet: Place the peat pellet in a small bowl. Add 2-3 tablespoons of warm water and allow it to expand for a few minutes. Once expanded, use a spoon or your fingers to fluff the peat and loosen the soil. 2. Fill the...

Gardening gives people peace of mind , and I think it's because it allows us to really reconnect with nature and take the time to nurture something. I haven’t gardened much, but I love the idea of having my own indoor garden one day. It’s a way for me to reconnect with nature, especially on a busy day. When I was a kid, watching my old neighbor tend to her flowers always made me smile. She seemed so at peace out there, and I always thought it was such a beautiful thing to witness. Gardening...