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The hollyhock is the ultimate cottage garden plant. Their broad, stately spires of vibrant bloom make them essential as vertical accents in any garden bed. They are not only beautiful,…

Tiny alfalfa seeds are becoming more and more popular among city gardeners and health-conscious diners.  These nutrient powerhouses offer a variety of health advantages and a simple way to get crunchy,…

Thai Basil Seeds offers yet another incredible flavor to your kitchen with its unique anise-like flavor and purple, aroma-filled stems. It’s a bit spicier than sweet, regular basil, and it’s…

Dill seeds are good for more than clogging up your spice rack. These small, flat seeds are from the dill plant (Anethum graveolens) and provide culinary versatility while allowing you…

Carrots may seem impossible to grow from seed initially, but with a little preparation, you’ll have sweet, crunchy carrots. Carrots produced at home are far superior to those purchased from…

When you imagine a banana, you likely picture the smooth, nearly seedless variety you can find at any supermarket. This makes you wonder… “Do bananas have seeds?” The answer is…

What are the spiciest spices you can think of? Cinnamon, cumin, perhaps paprika? Caraway is an exceedingly versatile spice that tends to be overlooked. The carvi seed, with its unique…

Mustard is one of the most popular and adaptable spices in the world, used for anything from its brilliant yellow form as a hot dog condiment to the pungent, whole…

What do you do with the seeds when you’re eating that juicy piece of watermelon? For many people, the solution is to spit them out or buy seedless grapes. But…

There are a few things most of us who grow our own food find as satisfying as growing our family’s meal. You are in control of your food supply and…