What to plant in early spring And by “early spring” I mean “when it’s just warm enough to go out and garden, but still too cold to do it barefoot.” Not yet hot enough for tomatoes, but perfect for peas and leafy greens. SF Bay Area note: Around here, you can start planting these crops […]
Earthworms and crows
I was so happy when, digging in the strip between the sidewalk and the street, I found the soil absolutely full of earthworms despite it being basically a narrow strip of weeds and trash. Many of the worms ended up on the surface of the soil, but I figured they would find their way back […]
How to store basil
I’ve been buying giant bunches of basil from the farmers market. At $1.50 a bunch I feel fine buying it without plan or purpose, trusting that I’ll manage to use most of it before it goes bad. Trimmed and put in a jar of water on the counter, it stays fresh a week or so, […]
Plant your tomatoes deep
This is your annual reminder that you should plant your tomatoes deep. Deeply. Whatever. When you plant your tomatoes, bury 2/3 of the stem, leaving just the top couple sets of leaves sticking up from the soil. Some people say to pinch or snip off the lower leaves first; others say not to bother. I […]
Seed swap this Friday, March 16
Hey locals: there’s a seed swap at the Ecology Center in Berkeley this Friday at 7 pm! And if you’re not local or can’t make it on Friday, look for seed swaps or seed libraries in your own community. Or plan your own! They’re a great way to meet other gardeners and find out […]
Beans, beans, good for your heart
My nephew asked me if beans really are good for your heart, which led to a wonderful discussion about plant-based proteins, the importance of dietary fiber, and the difference between correlation and causation. This wasn’t out of the blue; he had been singing, “Beans, beans, the musical fruit! The more you eat, the more you […]
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