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How to Get Food Seeds and Plants in 2010 – 2011

It’s officially “Armchair Gardening Season.” In its honor, I’ve updated my Food Catalog Directory for the 2010 – 2011 growing season. I hope you can find what you need!

Photo Caption: Unless you're foraging for mushrooms (like the ones we found at the bottom left of this photo), you'll need to obtain seeds, bareroot […]

How to Stay Aware of True Seed Sources

I just made a significant edit to my garden catalog directory entry that I felt I should draw attention to. The updated changes are at the bottom of the post.

How to Choose from Garden Catalogs

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How to Choose from Garden Catalogs (w/Directory Listing)

(Catalog Link Directory last updated 9/22/2010)

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Photo Caption: After you’ve ordered for a few seasons you’ll probably be able to narrow down your catalog mailings to several time-honored favorites.

Alright, maybe I am addicted to seeds. They are beautiful and each little dormant embryo is ripe with an active […]

How to Grow More than “Green” Beans (Other Colors of Snap Beans)

These differently colored snap beans can all be eaten in the same green bean recipes.

If ordinary snap beans are getting boring, it’s time to try purple or yellow ones! Many people are hesitant to try unusual vegetables but let me offer reassurance that they’re just as easy and tasty as the green versions. […]