Written by Logan Hansen, Residential Garden Program Development and Management Intern Initially cultivated over 4000 years ago in India, known to the Italians as mala insana or “crazy apple”, eggplants are a nutrient-dense produce item that is much more than just an emoji. There are varieties of eggplant from all Read more…
If you’re looking to make a decadent dessert or simply spruce up your morning oatmeal, you can’t go wrong with blackberries. Native to much of North America, this summer staple will grow with ease in your backyard garden plot, producing baskets of deliciously sweet berries for your family and friends. Read more…
As we approach the end of corn season in September, there is no better time to enjoy this very well-loved grain! Its versatility makes corn very appealing as a cooking ingredient and its nutritional value is also worth the spotlight. Health Benefits Corn is a great source of dietary fiber, Read more…
Peaches for Dessert! If you’ve been harvesting an abundance of peaches from your garden this summer, you may be in need of creative ways to use these delicious, antioxidant-packed, and fiber rich stone fruits. Peaches are certainly great on their own, but when it comes to cooking and baking, they’re Read more…
As a gardening and food security non-profit, we are often asked: What do you recommend we plant? Without hesitation, I always reply that chard should be in every garden. Whether you’ve never heard of chard or use it every day, here are some of the many reasons why it is Read more…