I planted June bearing strawberry plants a few years ago, partly for an attractive ground cover and partly because I love eating strawberries. I also like the idea growing some of my own food. Next week my strawberries will start turning bright red and you will find me in the garden every morning for the […]
Fresh vs Frozen Produce: Which One is Better?
Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables helps increase one’s immune health as well as reduces the risk of developing a variety of chronic diseases. Both frozen and fresh produce are good sources of many nutrients. The nutritional benefits of produce will be different depending on its type. Fresh produce Produce is often harvested […]
Preserve and Enjoy Favorite Foods Later!
Sometimes it happens – we grow or purchase more food than we could possibly eat. Talk about a good problem to have! Luckily, food preservation is a great way to save that gorgeous, delicious food for later. Benefits of Food Preservation Maybe your garden is overflowing with produce, you simply could not pass up that […]