Preserving

Latest Preserving Articles

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  Harvest

  10 Helpful Post-Harvest Hints

  Harvest time in the outdoor garden is a magical time for growers. But while you are busy bringing in that delightful bounty of potatoes, squash, carrots, tomatoes and...

  By: Grubbycup | Indoor Gardener, Owner & Writer of Grow with Grubbycup

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  Plant Types

  Pro Tips for Growing Great Garlic

  Garlic is a delicious root vegetable known for its pungent flavor that can be found in most recipes. We put it on bread, mix it in hummus, use it on proteins, add it to...

  By: Bryan Traficante & Wiley Geren

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  Harvest

  How to Extend the Life of Your Harvested Crops

  Proper handling of crops after they have been harvested can extend their storage life and help to retain their flavor, nutrient value, and marketability long after being...

  By: Chris Bond | Certified Permaculture Designer, Nursery Technician, Nursery Professional

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  Harvest

  Pantry Prep: Preserving Homegrown Herbs

  Herbs are useful in cooking, home remedies and in gardening strategies like companion planting. They’re easy to grow, and can be preserved in a surprising number...

  By: Sara Elliott | Gardener, Writer

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  Harvest

  Bringing in the Harvest

  There are few things more rewarding to a home gardener than the harvest. Growers spend a lot of time and energy on their hobby and it only makes sense that getting a...

  By: Eric Hopper | Writer, Consultant, Product Tester

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  Propagation

  A Seed Saved: How to Harvest & Store Plant Seeds

  Planting a seed where you—not nature—decides is a powerful activity. Vast cities have sprouted near-rich farmlands, and whole cultures have revolved around...

  By: Sara Elliott | Gardener, Writer

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  Harvest

  Harvest Hoedown: How to Get the Most Out of Your Harvest

  You’ve sweated and strained to get your garden the way you want it. A lot of time, effort and money was invested in getting your garden into the ground, and now...

  By: Shannon McKee | Freelance Writer, Gardener

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  Harvest

  Harvesting: Preserving It Right

  Now that summer has officially come to an end, one question stands out above all the rest: “What are we to do with all of our excess harvest?” Having spent...

  By: Nichola Moffat

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  Grow Spaces

  Grow Your Own Food Indoors

  Over the past few years, I have noticed more and more people getting back to the garden. They are realizing the value of growing their own food. Not only does food from...

  By: Monica Mansfield | Homesteader, Owner & Writer of The Nature Life Project

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  Harvest

  Drying and Smoking Harvests: How to Improve Longevity and Flavor

  Harvesting Your Herbs and SpicesGetting the best flavor out of your crop starts with when you harvest. Once most herbs, fruits or vegetables have been harvested, their...

  By: David Kessler

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  Harvest

  Maintain Your Harvest: Post-Harvest Handling and Storage

  You have made it this far—your crops are ready for harvest and the route to their final destination is all planned out. This is when many growers start partying,...

  By: Shane Hutto | Owner