Sunday, February 8, 2026
rototiller

Some gardeners rototill their plots every year out of habit or tradition, but should you?
mother and daughter with Ask Jen text

Get the debit card ready for this weekend, folks. It’s time to treat mom to whatever strikes her fancy. For Jen's mom, it's recipes from Carrabba's.
flowers and mom mug

A dessert fit for spring, and mom: white cake, whipped frosting, and lots of strawberries.
seedlings

Hardening off plants is simple; it’s the process of adjusting plants to outdoor temperatures after they’ve been started indoors.
rosemary with Ask Jen text

Did you know you can freeze herbs? Here's quick how-to lesson.
bunch of herbs

If you haven’t used many herbs in your cooking before, here’s a guide to pairing herbs with your food.
vegetable transplant collage

Proper preparation, timing and technique help seedlings become healthy and productive plants.
garlic bulbs with Ask Jen text

Garlic can boost your body’s response to common cold, cancer and other ailments.
garlic

Roasted garlic can be used in many recipes, from dips and dressings to mashed potatoes and chicken.
coffee grounds

Coffee grounds offer several benefits for your garden’s soil and are also useful for compost and mulch.