Make classic apple pie with a rich buttery crust and red-fleshed apples. The vibrant crimson color of the apples takes traditional apple pie to a whole other level I've made dozens of apple pies but this one has them all beat. The crust is light and crispy, the flavor is rich with autumn spices, and the filling is a deep crimson red. YES! Completely natural and with no additives, this is one red apple pie. Make this for your friends and family and they'll be blown away by how delicious it is as ... Read More about Classic Apple Pie with a Homegrown Twist
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How to plant Bare Root Roses
Tips on how to plant bare roses including what they are, what to expect when the roses arrive from the grower, and when and how to plant them Two years ago we moved into a new house with a small lawned area to the rear. It had a few fruit trees and a greenhouse but the plan was to fully develop it into an English cottage garden style vegetable garden complete with raised beds and colorful flower beds. My first addition was a pretty garden arch and on either side, I planted bare root roses. Two ... Read More about How to plant Bare Root Roses
The Best Pumpkins to grow for Eating
Ten of the best pumpkins to grow for eating including the type used to make Libby's pumpkin puree. Also, tips on the best eating pumpkins to grow in cooler climates and small gardens. There's a pumpkin for every garden but not all of them are for eating. As anyone who has cooked up a standard supermarket type knows, some of them can be watery, stringy, and flavorless. Choose the wrong type for your garden and you could be just as disappointed. If you're planning on growing pumpkins for the ... Read More about The Best Pumpkins to grow for Eating
Cold Process Peppermint Soap Recipe + Instructions
Recipe and instructions for how to make cold process peppermint soap with essential oil and peppermint leaves. It will make six mint green bars with pretty flecks. Ah, peppermint. You're zingy, refreshing, and oh so easy to grow. In fact, if you turn your back on it, peppermint will take over whatever space you plant it in. That's alright though since there are so many incredible ways to use it in food, drinks, and skincare. Even natural soap! This recipe shows you how to make cold process ... Read More about Cold Process Peppermint Soap Recipe + Instructions
How to Create a Wildflower Cottage Garden
Tips on how to create a wildflower cottage garden from seed, with perennials, or by cultivating wild plants. A planting style that's as beautiful and eco-friendly as it is low-maintenance Ornamental gardens come in all shapes, sizes, and styles, but one of the classic styles is a cottage garden. Overflowing with foliage and color, they’re a maximalist way to grow a garden with flowers blooming from every nook and cranny. It’s a romantic style and one that’s so bursting with plants that it ... Read More about How to Create a Wildflower Cottage Garden
