Strawberries Aren’t for Donkeys!
The phrase "like giving strawberries to a donkey" is a curious expression that captures the essence of futility and wasted effort, highlighting an act so pointless and absurd that it ... Read More
Bill Dugan serves as Editor & Publisher for Food Gardening Network and GreenPrints. He is responsible for the development and evolution of all editorial and marketing frameworks. Bill first gained his gardening knowledge from his schoolteacher father—who spent his summers tending to a vast backyard food garden and teaching all eight of his children how to grow and harvest good food. Today, Bill tends a small balcony food garden from his apartment in Washington, D.C. Bill is also SVP at Mequoda, where he provides strategy and is chief copywriter for Mequoda’s clients and partners.
The phrase "like giving strawberries to a donkey" is a curious expression that captures the essence of futility and wasted effort, highlighting an act so pointless and absurd that it ... Read More
When I was growing up just south of Boston, we would always say “April showers bring May flowers.” That was New Englanders’ way of recognizing the often cool and rainy ... Read More
Oh, how people in ancient times revered this slender green spear, not just for its delightful taste and impressive health properties but also for its mystical connection to the world ... Read More
In the diverse landscape of American horticulture, one genus stands out as an embodiment of timeless elegance and natural grandeur—the magnolia. ... Read More
Heavens to Betsy! Eat your Brussels sprouts!” my mother would demand. “You don’t want to fall behind other kids while growing up, do you?” The implication was that not eating ... Read More
We all know that Spring is a time of renewal and rebirth—we see it in our gardens every year. The Winter melts away, and the soil and plants start to ... Read More
A thriving garden is more than a collection of plants. It's a complex ecosystem of flora, fauna, and microorganisms, all interacting within the soil and air. This chapter delves into ... Read More
After mastering the basics of gardening and reaping the fruits of your labor, you might be ready to step up your gardening game. This chapter is dedicated to the advanced ... Read More
After all your hard work and diligence, you've reached the exciting phase of harvesting and enjoying your produce. This chapter will guide you on how to properly harvest, store, and ... Read More