Fall is technically a few weeks away, but there are indications the season is near. Nights are cool, kids are back in school and the smell of roasted green chiles drifts in the air. With each whiff, you’re reminded that it’s time to restock your green chile stash. For a winter without green chilies, is […]
Get your family to eat more fruits and vegetables
We all know that fruits and vegetables are important. And most of us don’t eat enough. How many cups or servings of vegetables do you need per day? It depends. This web-based tool from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) can help you. Vital to Health Vegetables and fruits contain vitamins and minerals vital […]
Preparing the Garden Bed
The ski resorts are closed, the mountain bike trails muddy, and still too much snow to bag a 14er. So now is the time to prepare the garden for planting! Preparing the garden can be broken down into a few simple steps: Preparing the garden bed Deciding what to plant Laying out the bed Preparing […]